Great Expectations – by Charles Dickens

Great Expectations, first published in 1861, is one of Charles Dickens’s most acclaimed novels. It follows the journey of Pip, an orphan boy raised by his harsh sister, who dreams of rising above his humble beginnings. When a mysterious benefactor provides him with wealth and the means to become a gentleman, Pip moves to London, only to discover that riches and social status do not guarantee happiness or integrity.

Filled with unforgettable characters such as the cold and beautiful Estella, the tragic Miss Havisham, and the rough but kind-hearted Joe Gargery, this coming-of-age novel explores themes of ambition, love, identity, and redemption. Dickens weaves mystery, drama, and moral lessons into a richly textured story of personal growth and human connection.