Key quote: "... the dreadful pledge I was under to commit a larceny on those sheltering premises"
Pip the narrator, Chapter 2
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Key quote: "... the dreadful pledge I was under to commit a larceny on those sheltering premises"
Pip the narrator, Chapter 2
Analysis
Pip's inner turmoil over his coerced theft illustrates the theme of guilt and shame, shaping his moral conflict throughout the novel.
Key quote: "What I suffered outside was nothing to what I underwent within"
Pip the narrator, Chapter 4
Analysis
Pip's internal suffering reflects the profound impact of guilt and shame, highlighting the emotional turmoil he experiences as a result of his actions.
Key quote: "And Joe and Biddy both, ... in charity and love with all mankind, receive my humble thanks for all you have done for me, and all I have so ill repaid!"
Pip, Chapter 58
Analysis
Pip's expression of gratitude signifies his remorse and realisation of his ingratitude, marking his growth and redemption.
Key quote: "I stole her heart away and put ice in its place"
Miss Havisham, Chapter 49
Analysis
Miss Havisham's lamentation demonstrates a recognition of her wrongdoing and the consequences of her actions, contributing to the theme of guilt and shame.
Key quote: "... suffering has been stronger than all other teaching, and has taught me to understand what your heart used to be. I have been bent and broken, but — I hope — into a better shape"
Estella, Chapter 59
Analysis
Estella's reflection signifies her growth and redemption, emphasising the transformative power of suffering and the pursuit of integrity and self-improvement.
Key quote: “The beautiful young lady at Miss Havisham’s, and she’s more beautiful than anybody ever was, and I admire her dreadfully, and I want to be a gentleman on her account”
Pip, Chapter 17
Analysis
Pip's aspiration for self-improvement to impress Estella reflects the theme of ambition and self-improvement, driving his pursuit of social advancement and personal growth.
Key quote: “I am not at all happy as I am. I am disgusted with my calling and with my life”
Pip, Chapter 17
Analysis
Pip's discontent and desire for change highlight the theme of ambition and self-improvement, illustrating his yearning for social elevation and personal fulfilment.
Key quote: “... he [Magwitch] pondered over the question whether he might have been a better man under better circumstances. But, he never justified himself by a hint tending that way, or tried to bend the past out of its eternal shape”
Pip the narrator, Chapter 56
Analysis
Magwitch's introspection reveals his acceptance of his past and his redemption and moral growth, emphasising the theme of integrity and reputation.
Key quote: “I have found out who my patron is. It is not a fortunate discovery, and is not likely ever to enrich me in reputation, station, fortune, anything”
Pip, Chapter 44
Analysis
Pip's disillusionment with his benefactor's identity underscores the theme of integrity and reputation, as he confronts the disparity between social status and moral values.
Key quote: “There’s one thing you may be sure of, Pip, …namely, that lies is lies. …That ain’t the way to get out of being common”
Joe, Chapter 9
Analysis
Joe's honesty and moral guidance serve as a contrast to Pip's deceit and social aspirations, highlighting the theme of integrity and reputation through his steadfast principles.