Great Expectations
Great Expectations, published in 1861, is a quintessential masterpiece that weaves a tale of ambition, identity, and societal class dynamics in Victorian England. The novel opens with young orphan Pip encountering an escaped convict, triggering a chain of events that will shape his destiny. As Pip navigates through the intricate webs of love, betrayal, and ambition, he encounters eccentric characters like the enigmatic Miss Havisham and her ward, the beguiling Estella. Dickens' vivid portrayal of Pip's journey from humble beginnings to the upper echelons of society captures the essence of human desires and the complexities of social mobility.
