Who were the characters in “Oliver Twist”, what were they like and what were their connections with each other?

Nobody controverted the prophetic gentleman's opinion. An animated discussion took place. Oliver was ordered into instant confinement; and a bill was next morning pasted on the outside of the gate, offering a reward of five pounds to anybody who would take Oliver Twist off the hands of the parish. In other words, five pounds and Oliver Twist were offered to any man or woman who wanted an apprentice to any trade, business, or calling.

Is this the poem by Langston Hughes? This is my best description of the central idea of it:

Life is not perfect, everyone goes through different ups and downs.

A brainliest would be nice if you got a nice score!
-SpaceMarsh