Also, the major emphasis placed on the ‘here and how’ is echoed in the decisions and actions of the characters and are influenced in some cases by the society of the time (here and now society). Estella whose seemingly chosen obliviousness to the concerns and feelings of other people paired with her societal status make her the quintessential snob and she remains statically so throughout the chapters. His ups and downs in life and his incredible desire to see and be and do more are universally recognizable, and this was the intention of Dickens. Pip, whose “great expectations” for life are what carry the book, is someone many people can relate to. Dickens’ has created several characters who are outstanding. Specifically, the abundance of characters allows for more opportunities for a person to relate to a specific character based on either their ideas, their class, or their issues regarding life and the world and society. Many of the ideas and conflicts in Great Expectations can appeal to and speak to modern audiences.
Translating the Novel into a Modern Context This page will also explore the various film adaptations of this classic novel and the ways in which the novel was modified to fit a modern context. This page will consider the timeless nature of Dickens’ novel, Great Expectations, by highlighting themes and characters of this Victorian novel that are translatable and applicable in today’s society.
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