Is a coming-of-age novel that follows the life of Philip Pirrip, an orphan nicknamed Pip, from his humble beginnings in the marshlands of Kent to his pursuit of wealth and social status in London.

The story begins with Pip’s childhood encounters, including a terrifying meeting with an escaped convict, Abel Magwitch, and his introduction to the eccentric, reclusive Miss Havisham and her beautiful, cold adopted daughter, Estella. Pip becomes infatuated with Estella and aspires to become a “gentleman” in order to win her affection and escape his working-class life.