This document summarizes the female characters portrayed in Charles Dickens' novel Oliver Twist. It discusses the roles and descriptions of several major women characters, including Nancy, Agnes Fleming, Mrs. Maylie, Mrs. Corney, Mrs. Bedwin, Mrs. Mann, and Mrs. Sowerberry. Nancy is described as a complicated minor character who helps Oliver but is ultimately murdered by her lover Bill Sikes. Agnes Fleming is established as Oliver's absent mother. Mrs. Maylie is a kind and wealthy woman who cares for Rose. Mrs. Corney and Mrs. Mann are depicted as cruel and neglectful toward children in their care at the workhouse and orphanage.