Bob Cratchit

Scrooge's clerk. Paid almost nothing. Still kind, still cheerful, still toasts his boss.

The quotes

5 quotes by or about Bob Cratchit, in the order they happen.

I should like to be able to say a word or two to my clerk just now

Scrooge · Stave Two · redemption · responsibility

After seeing Fezziwig's party, Scrooge thinks of Bob. The first crack in him.

God bless us every one!

Tiny Tim · Stave Three · family · poverty · christmas

Tiny Tim's line. The poorest child blesses everyone, including Scrooge.

I'll give you Mr. Scrooge, the Founder of the Feast!

Bob Cratchit · Stave Three · family · responsibility

Bob toasts Scrooge at Christmas dinner. Bob is kind even to his mean boss.

The Founder of the Feast indeed!

Mrs Cratchit · Stave Three · poverty · responsibility

Mrs Cratchit will not toast him. She knows how little he pays.

A merry Christmas, Bob!

Scrooge · Stave Five · redemption · family · christmas

He says it to his clerk with a real smile and raises his pay.