
Length19h 35m
About this audiobook
Charles Dickens's "Great Expectations" intricately weaves the coming-of-age tale of Pip, an orphan who experiences a profound journey of self-discovery, ambition, and social class dynamics in Victorian England. Dickens employs a vivid narrative style characterized by rich descriptions, memorable characters, and keen social critique. The novel reflects the broader literary context of the 19th century, addressing themes of class mobility and moral integrity, encapsulated in Pip's evolving expectations as he navigates a world filled with wealth and deception. Dickens drew upon his own experiences of poverty and social upheaval in shaping this poignant story, having experienced the hardships of working-class life before achieving literary acclaim. His exposure to the criminal justice system and orphanhood in his youth deeply influenced his portrayal of the societal structures that govern human relationships. Through Pip's journey, Dickens critiques the deficiencies of the social hierarchy and the moral bankruptcy often accompanying wealth. "Great Expectations" is not merely a nostalgic reflection on youth; it is a compelling exploration of personal growth and the interplay of social forces. Readers will find themselves captivated by Pip's trials and triumphs, making it an essential read for those interested in Victorian literature and the complexities of human nature.
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length19 hrs 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1[1867 Edition]
26Chapter XXV
2Chapter I
27Chapter XXVI
3Chapter II
28Chapter XXVII
4Chapter III
29Chapter XXVIII
5Chapter IV
30Chapter XXIX
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6Chapter V
31Chapter XXX
7Chapter VI
32Chapter XXXI
8Chapter VII
33Chapter XXXII
9Chapter VIII
34Chapter XXXIII
10Chapter IX
35Chapter XXXIV
11Chapter X
36Chapter XXXV
12Chapter XI
37Chapter XXXVI
13Chapter XII
38Chapter XXXVII
14Chapter XIII
39Chapter XXXVIII
15Chapter XIV
40Chapter XXXIX
16Chapter XV
41Chapter XL
17Chapter XVI
42Chapter XLI
18Chapter XVII
43Chapter XLII
19Chapter XVIII
44Chapter XLIII
20Chapter XIX
45Chapter XLIV
21Chapter XX
46Chapter XLV
22Chapter XXI
47Chapter XLVI
23Chapter XXII
48Chapter XLVII
24Chapter XXIII
49Chapter XLVIII
25Chapter XXIV
50Chapter XLIX