About the Book: Great Expectations
One of Dickenss most renowned and enjoyable novels, Great Expectations tells the
story of Pip, an orphan boy who wishes to transcend his humble origins and finds
himself unexpectedly given the opportunity to live a life of wealth and
respectability. Over the course of the tale, in which Pip encounters such famous
characters as Miss Havisham, Herbert Pocket and Joe Gargery, he comes to realise
that his money is tainted and the girl he loves will not return his affections;
happiness must be found in the things he gave up in pursuit of a more
sophisticated life.
About the Author: Charles Dickens
Charles Dickens