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&&LDIV&&R&&LI&&RGreat Expectations&&L/I&&R, by &&LB&&RCharles Dickens&&L/B&&R, is part of the &&LI&&RBarnes & Noble Classics&&L/I&&R&&LI&&R &&L/I&&Rseries, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of &&LI&&RBarnes & Noble Classics&&L/I&&R: &&LDIV&&R New introductions commissioned from todays top writers and scholars Biographies of the authors Chronologies of contemporary historical, biographical, and cultural events Footnotes and endnotes Selective discussions of imitations, parodies, poems, books, plays, paintings, operas, statuary, and films inspired by the work Comments by other famous authors Study questions to challenge the readers viewpoints and expectations Bibliographies for further reading Indices & Glossaries, when appropriate All editions are beautifully designed and are printed to superior specifications; some include illustrations of historical interest. &&LI&&RBarnes & Noble Classics &&L/I&&Rpulls together a constellation of influencesbiographical, historical, and literaryto enrich each readers understanding of these enduring works.&&L/DIV&&R&&L/DIV&&R&&LP style='MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt'&&R&&LI&&R&&L/I&&R &&L/P&&R&&LP style='MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt'&&R&&LI&&RGreat Expectations&&L/I&&R, described by G. K. Chesterton as a study in human weakness and the slow human surrender, may be called &&LSTRONG&&RCharles Dickens&&L/B&&Rs finest moment in a remarkably illustrious literary career.&&LBR&&R&&LBR&&RIn an overgrown churchyard, a grizzled convict springs upon an orphan named Pip. The convict terrifies the young boy and threatens to kill him unless Pip helps further his escape. Later, Pip finds himself in the ruined garden where he meets the bitter and crazy Miss Havisham and her foster child Estella, with whom he immediately falls in love. After a secret benefactor gives him a fortune, Pip moves to London, where he cultivates great expectations for a life which would allow him to discard his impoverished beginnings and socialize with the idle upper class. As Pip struggles to become a gentleman and is tormented endlessly by the beautiful Estella, he slowly learns the truth about himself and his illusions.&&LBR&&R&&LBR&&RWritten in the last decade of his life, &&LI&&RGreat Expectations&&L/I&&R reveals Dickenss dark attitudes toward Victorian society, its inherent class structure, and its materialism. Yet this novel persists as one of Dickenss most popular. Richly comic and immensely readable, &&LI&&RGreat Expectations&&L/I&&R overspills with vividly drawn characters, moral maelstroms, and the sorrow and pity of love.&&L/P&&R&&LP&&R&&LB&&RRadhika Jones&&L/B&&R is a doctoral candidate in English and comparative literature at Columbia University and the managing editor of &&LI&&RGrand Street magazine&&L/I&&R.&&L/P&&R
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- Q: What is the main theme of Great Expectations? A: The main theme of Great Expectations by Charles Dickens revolves around social class, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It explores Pip's journey from a poor orphan to a gentleman, highlighting the influence of wealth and status on identity.
- Q: Who is the author of Great Expectations? A: Great Expectations is authored by Charles Dickens, one of the most celebrated writers of the Victorian era, known for his vivid characters and intricate plots.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition of Great Expectations? A: This edition of Great Expectations was published on April 1, 2003.
- Q: How many pages does Great Expectations have? A: Great Expectations has a total of 592 pages in this edition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of Great Expectations features mass market binding, making it portable and accessible for readers.
- Q: Is Great Expectations suitable for young readers? A: While Great Expectations is a classic novel, it contains themes and language typical of the Victorian era. It may be suitable for older children and young adults, depending on their reading level and maturity.
- Q: What are some notable features of the Barnes & Noble Classics series? A: The Barnes & Noble Classics series includes features like new introductions from contemporary writers, author biographies, chronological historical events, footnotes, study questions, and bibliographies, enhancing the reader's understanding.
- Q: Does this edition include illustrations? A: Some editions of Great Expectations in the Barnes & Noble Classics series may include illustrations of historical interest, although this specific edition does not guarantee them.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This copy of Great Expectations is listed as in 'Very Good' condition, indicating minimal wear and no significant damage.
- Q: Who is Radhika Jones, and what is her connection to this book? A: Radhika Jones is a doctoral candidate in English and comparative literature at Columbia University and the managing editor of Grand Street magazine. She is noted for her contributions to this edition of Great Expectations.