Great Expectations (eBook)

Illustrated

Charles Dickens (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
1731 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739823-3 (EAN)

Infos

Charles Dickens's "Great Expectations" is a seminal work that delves into the themes of social class, ambition, and moral development in Victorian England. The novel follows the life of Pip, an orphaned boy who aspires to elevate himself from his humble beginnings, exploring the intricacies of personal and societal expectations. Dickens employs a rich, descriptive style characterized by his keen observations and complex characterizations, ensuring that each character serves as a representation of broader social issues. This bildungsroman captures the turbulent journey of self-discovery, framed within the constraints of a rigid social hierarchy and imbued with Dickens's trademark wit and pathos. Dickens, born into modest circumstances, experienced firsthand the stark realities of poverty and social injustice, which heavily influenced his literary voice. His early experiences working in a factory, followed by his rise as one of the most celebrated authors of his time, provided him with a nuanced understanding of human nature and societal structures. "Great Expectations," published in 1860, reflects Dickens's mastery in portraying the struggles of the individual against a backdrop of societal challenges, allowing readers to empathize with Pip's journey. I highly recommend "Great Expectations" to those seeking not only a compelling narrative but also a profound exploration of ambition and morality. Dickens's timeless tale resonates with readers across generations, inviting them to reflect on their own aspirations and ethical dilemmas, thus making it an essential reading for anyone interested in the complexities of human existence.

Autor

Charles Dickens, born on February 7, 1812, in Portsmouth, England, holds a towering presence in the world of English literature. Recognized for his remarkable characters, biting social commentary, and vivid storytelling, his works are considered classics, resonating through the ages. Dickens began his career with the serialization of 'The Pickwick Papers' in 1836 and quickly rose to fame for novels that highlighted the stark social inequalities of Victorian England. He possessed an ingenious flair for marrying the comedic with the grave, and the grotesque with the commonplace. 'Great Expectations,' one of his seminal works, published in 1860, exemplifies his literary prowess. Through the complex moral development of the protagonist, Pip, Dickens explores themes of ambition and desire against a backdrop of a rigid class structure. Dickens' narrative techniques and masterful use of language, including his distinctive use of irony, satire, and well-crafted dialogue, affirm his novels as pedagogical cornerstones (Collins, 1996). His prolific output includes other monumental works such as 'David Copperfield' (1850) and 'A Tale of Two Cities' (1859). He remained a prolific novelist until his death on June 9, 1870, leaving a legacy that endures in literature courses worldwide, and ensuring his place as a literary luminary (Forster, 1872-1874; Schlicke, 2011).

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Romane / Erzählungen
• Schlagworte: 19th century British novels • 19th century england • 19th-century England • autobiographical elements • british historical fiction • Charles Dickens classics • class and ambition • class consciousness • classic literary masterpiece • coming-of-age narrative • Coming of age story • Dickensian character study • English bildungsroman • English society and culture • Gothic undertones • Huck Finn • Identity and morality • Jane Austen • John Green • Lion: A Long Way Home • literary classic • literary masterpieces • Love in the Time of Cholera • moral consequences exploration • Nicholas Sparks • Orphaned boy's journey • Orphans • Pip and Estella romance • realistic storytelling style • Redemption • social class in literature • Social Criticism • Social hierarchy • The Book Thief • the orphan's tale • The Secret Garden • Victorian Era • Victorian Literature • Victorian social commentary • Wuthering Heights