Great Expectations

<p><b><i>Great Expectations</i> Charles Dickens' most acclaimed and popular novel tells the story of Pip a young orphan who narrates the tale. Pip grows up in the marshlands of Kent where he lives with his disagreeable sister and her sweet-natured husband the blacksmith Joe Gargery.</b></p><p>While visiting his family members' graves in the churchyard the young Pip encounters Abel Magwitch an escaped convict. Pip brings him food and a file but the fugitive and Compeyson--his former partner in crime and a supposed gentleman who is now his enemy--are soon caught. Later Pip is requested to pay visits to Miss Havisham a woman driven half-mad years earlier by her lover's departure on their wedding day.</p><p>Living with Miss Havisham at Satis House is her adopted daughter Estella whom she is teaching to torment men with her beauty.</p><p>Pip at first cautious later falls in love with Estella who does not return his affection. He grows increasing ashamed of his humble background and hopes to become a gentleman in part to win over Estella.</p><p><b>Chiltern Publishing creates the most beautiful editions of the World's finest literature.</b> Your favorite classics in a way you have never seen them before; the tactile layers fine details and beautiful colors of these remarkable covers make these books feel extra special and will look striking on any shelf.</p>