Dobble

The toast is drunk with acclamation; Dobble returns thanks, and the whole party rejoin the ladies in the drawing – room.

Sketches by Boz 2007

When he bears this merited testimony to the excellent qualities of his friend Dobble, what can he say in approaching such a subject as

Sketches by Boz 2007

Although this is the first occasion on which he has had the pleasure and delight of sitting at that board, he has known his friend Dobble long and intimately; he has been connected with him in business — he wishes everybody present knew

Sketches by Boz 2007

Dobble turned as white as a sheet; the two girls each as red as a lobster; I alone preserved my presence of mind.

The Fatal Boots 2006

The lady was as gracious as possible; and when, at the end of the walk, we parted, she said “she hoped Captain Dobble would bring me to her apartments that evening, where she expected a few friends.”

The Fatal Boots 2006

Dobble raised me up; and taking the card from my neck, read,

The Fatal Boots 2006

My words had their effect upon Dobble, who stuttered and looked red, and then declared he never had the slightest intention of passing me by; so we became friends, and his mouth was stopped.

The Fatal Boots 2006

We dined in the coffee-room, Dobble bringing HIS friend; and so we made a party CARRY, as the French say.

The Fatal Boots 2006

And many a pleasant walk in the country, many a treat to a tea-garden, many a smart ribbon and brooch used Dobble and I (for his father allowed him 600L., and our purses were in common) present to these young ladies.

The Fatal Boots 2006

Dobble was obliged to take the hint; and Captain Stubbs was duly presented to Mrs. Manasseh.

The Fatal Boots 2006