Great Expectations
Great Expectations by Charles Dickens is a classic novel published by Penguin Random House on August 15, 2024. This edition features 528 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Pip, an orphaned boy who feels like a burden to his sister. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters an escaped convict, visits a mysterious old woman, and meets the captivating Estella. These events lead to a surprising opportunity that propels him into a new life in London.
Readers will find a rich narrative that explores themes of family, identity, and the complexities of growing up. As Pip navigates his changing circumstances, he grapples with questions of fate and chance. This edition is part of a beautifully designed collection of hardcover classics, making it a notable addition for those interested in juvenile fiction and coming-of-age stories. The book invites readers to reflect on the twists and turns of Pip’s journey as he seeks to understand his place in the world.
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Part of a beautiful collection of hardcover classics, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith.
Pip doesn’t expect much from life … His sister makes it clear that her orphaned little brother is nothing but a burden on her. But suddenly things begin to change. Pip’s narrow existence is blown apart when he finds an escaped criminal, is summoned to visit a mysterious old woman and meets the icy beauty Estella. Most astoundingly of all, an anonymous person gives him money to begin a new life in London.
Are these events as random as they seem? Or does Pip’s fate hang on a series of coincidences he could never have expected?
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