Now a major BBC drama.One of Charles Dickens's 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.Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning,clothbound,pocket-sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is illustrated by various artists and features an afterword by David Pinching.
Publisher: Pan MacmillanISBN: 9781509825363Number of pages: 640Weight: 336 gDimensions: 157 x 104 x 34 mm
Charles Dickens
A towering figure in the development of the novel,Charles Dickens was a British writer responsible for some of the best-loved works in the English language,including Oliver Twist,David Copperfield,A Christmas Carol and Great Expectations.
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