Great Expectations

Great Expectations is a coming-of-age novel by Charles Dickens first published in 1860-1861. The story follows the life of an orphan named Pip who dreams of becoming a gentleman and improving his social status. Pip's journey is marked by his encounters with various characters including the enigmatic convict Magwitch the beautiful but cold Estella and the eccentric Miss Havisham. The novel explores themes of social class ambition love and personal growth highlighting the moral complexities of wealth and the true nature of human relationships. Dickens masterfully weaves humor pathos and vivid characterizations into a narrative that remains relevant to readers today.