Great Expectations: A Quick Read edition
关于此电子书
This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each chapter.
- Reading time of the complete text: about 18 hours
- Reading time of the summarized text: about 1 hour
"Great Expectations" is the thirteenth novel by Charles Dickens and one of his most popular works. The story follows the life of Pip, an orphan who lives with his sister and her husband. Pip meets various characters, including the wealthy Bentley Drummle and the kind-hearted Herbert. Pip plans to help Herbert secure a position with a shipbroker. However, Pip's life takes a turn when he discovers that a convict named Magwitch is his secret benefactor. Pip helps Magwitch escape from England and learns about his troubled past. The novel explores themes of wealth, gentility, moral regeneration, and the impact of imperialism. "Great Expectations" has been adapted into several films and has influenced other writers.
作者简介
Charles Dickens was an English novelist and social critic known for creating iconic fictional characters. He is considered one of the greatest Victorian-era novelists. His works, such as "A Christmas Carol," "Oliver Twist," and "Great Expectations," are frequently adapted and evoke images of early Victorian London. Dickens drew inspiration from his own experiences, including his father's imprisonment for debt. He began his career as a journalist and writer in his early twenties, and his unique style and humor quickly gained him fame. Dickens was also known for his philanthropy and advocacy for social issues. He made a trip to the United States and Canada in 1842 and expressed his condemnation of slavery. Dickens's novels often depicted the struggles of the poor and disadvantaged, challenging societal norms and advocating for change. Despite some criticism of his sentimentality, Dickens's popularity remained strong, and he is regarded as one of the greatest British novelists. He left a lasting legacy, with museums and festivals dedicated to his life and works.
