Who is Mr. Murdstone ? What kid of a father is he ?

Mr. Murdstone is the man Clara marries while David visits Peggotty's family in Yarmouth. Edward Murdstone, often referred to as Mr. Murdstone, is a tall, intimidating man with a dark handsomeness. He has very black, thick hair and black eyes. He is a very controlling husband and stepfather to the Copperfields.