{"product_id":"great-expectations-classics-1","title":"Great Expectations by Charles Dickens [Penguin Classics]","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"829\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"72\"\u003eBook Summary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"75\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"95\"\u003eGreat Expectations\u003c\/em\u003e follows the life of Pip, an orphan raised in humble surroundings in rural England. His life changes dramatically when he receives a mysterious fortune from an unknown benefactor, allowing him to move to London and become a gentleman. As Pip rises in social status, he becomes ashamed of his origins and distances himself from the people who truly care for him, especially Joe and Biddy. Eventually, the truth behind his “great expectations” is revealed, forcing Pip to confront his pride, mistakes, and false ideals about wealth and class. The novel ultimately traces his emotional and moral growth as he learns humility, loyalty, and self-awareness. It explores themes such as social class, ambition, guilt, and personal redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"1443\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"890\"\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"893\"\u003eCharles Dickens (1812–1870) was a leading English novelist and social critic of the Victorian era. He is known for his vivid storytelling, memorable characters, and strong focus on social issues such as poverty, inequality, and injustice. His major works include \u003cem data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eOliver Twist\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eDavid Copperfield\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eA Christmas Carol\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eGreat Expectations\u003c\/em\u003e. Dickens’s writing combines humor, emotion, and sharp social commentary, making him one of the most influential figures in English literature, with works that continue to be widely read and adapted today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":44273019519233,"sku":"2SYVL6RCX-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/GEE.jpg?v=1722428440","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/great-expectations-classics-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}