I
The young narrator, orphaned and living with his sister, encounters a terrifying escaped convict in the churchyard.
Chapter II
Pip is consumed by guilt and fear after promising to steal for the convict, hiding his bread and butter down his trouser leg and dreading discovery.
Chapter III
Pip braves the misty marshes to bring food and a file to the convict, feeling guilty and fearful.
IV
Pip is consumed by guilt and fear of discovery for stealing food and a file for the convict. He endures relentless moralizing from the adults at the Christmas dinner.
The Soldiers at the Forge
Pip is in an agony of apprehension, fearing his theft for the convict will be discovered. He tries to silently assure Magwitch of his innocence when they meet on the marshes.
Chapter VI
Struggles with guilt over the theft and his cowardice in not confessing to Joe.
Chapter VII
Reflects on his limited education and his growing admiration for Joe.
Chapter VIII
Pip is introduced to Satis House, meets Miss Havisham and Estella, and feels deep shame about his common upbringing.
IX
Confesses to Joe that he lied about his visit to Miss Havisham's; feels ashamed of his commonness and of Joe's coarse hands and thick boots.
The Stranger at the Jolly Bargemen
Pip is the narrator and protagonist; he is frightened by the stranger's display of the file and later seeks education from Biddy.
Chapter XI
Pip returns to Satis House, is led by Estella, observes the relatives, walks Miss Havisham, and fights the pale young gentleman.
XII
Pip reflects on his confusing relationship with Estella and Miss Havisham, worries about the fight with the pale young gentleman, and feels frustrated by Pumblechook and Mrs. Joe's discussions.
XIII
Feels ashamed of Joe in front of Estella and Miss Havisham; is formally bound as Joe's apprentice.
XIV
Pip is the narrator, feeling ashamed of his home and apprenticeship, haunted by Estella's imagined scorn.
Chapter XV
Pip tries to educate Joe, visits Miss Havisham, and feels dissatisfied with his home and trade.
Chapter XVI
Wrestles with guilt over providing the weapon and considers confessing to Joe, but ultimately keeps his secret.
Chapter XVII
Pip is discontented with his apprenticeship and confides in Biddy his ambition to become a gentleman, while struggling with conflicting feelings about his home life and his hopes tied to Miss Havisham.
Great Expectations Are Revealed
Pip learns of his great expectations and is overwhelmed with excitement and confusion, believing Miss Havisham is his benefactor.
XIX
Pip is excited about his new prospects but feels a sense of loneliness and guilt about leaving his old life behind.
Pip Arrives in London
Pip arrives in London, receives his allowance from Mr. Jaggers, and explores the city, feeling overwhelmed by its size and squalor.
XXI
Arrives in London, disappointed by Barnard's Inn, and reunites with Herbert Pocket.
Chapter XXII
Pip listens to Herbert's account of Miss Havisham's history and feels relieved that the topic of his expectations has been openly discussed.
Chapter XXIII
Narrator and observer, newly installed in the Pocket household, reflecting on the family's peculiarities.
Chapter XXIV
Pip establishes himself in London, begins studies with Mr. Pocket, and negotiates with Mr. Jaggers for money to buy furniture.
Chapter XXV
Narrates his experiences with Drummle and Startop, his friendship with Herbert, and his visit to Wemmick's home.
XXVI
Dines at Jaggers' house with his friends, observes the housekeeper's strange appearance, and quarrels with Drummle over money.
Chapter XXVII
Pip receives Joe's visit with embarrassment and mortification, ashamed of his humble origins in front of his London acquaintances.
XXVIII
Pip travels home, struggles with guilt over avoiding Joe, and is haunted by his past when he recognizes a convict on the coach.
XXIX
Pip visits Satis House, reflecting on his love for Estella and his shame about his humble origins.
Pip's Return to the Blue Boar and Revelations with Herbert
Pip informs Jaggers about Orlick, escapes Trabb's boy's mockery, and later confides in Herbert about his love for Estella and his uncertain future.
Chapter XXXI
Attends the play with Herbert, feels sorry for Wopsle, and invites him to supper.
Chapter XXXII
Pip is anxiously waiting for Estella's arrival and accompanies Wemmick to Newgate Prison.
Chapter XXXIII
Pip accompanies Estella to Richmond, feeling both happiness and misery in her presence.
Chapter XXXIV
Pip reflects guiltily on his behavior toward Joe and Biddy, and acknowledges the corrupting influence of his expectations on himself and Herbert.
Chapter XXXV
Attends his sister's funeral, speaks with Biddy about her future and Orlick's presence, and says goodbye to Joe.
Chapter XXXVI
Pip comes of age, receives his allowance, and seeks advice on helping a friend.
Chapter XXXVII
Visits Wemmick at Walworth to seek advice on secretly helping Herbert Pocket.
Chapter XXXVIII
Pip is tormented by Estella's attention to Drummle and confronts her about it. He also observes the fraught relationship between Estella and Miss Havisham, and realizes he is part of Miss Havisham's revenge scheme.
Chapter XXXIX
Pip is devastated to discover his benefactor is the convict Magwitch, feeling wrecked and ashamed for having deserted Joe and Biddy.
XL
Pip confronts Jaggers to verify Magwitch's identity as his benefactor, then struggles with disgust and fear while arranging Magwitch's disguise and lodgings.
XLI
Reveals the secret to Herbert, feels repugnance toward Magwitch, and resolves to break off from him while saving him from capture.
XLII
Listens to Magwitch's story and feels pity mixed with revulsion.
Chapter XLIII
Pip is tormented by his connection to Magwitch and his love for Estella, and he resolves to visit Miss Havisham before leaving England.
XLIV
Confronts Miss Havisham and Estella, declares his love for Estella, and receives a warning from Wemmick.
XLV
Pip is anxious and follows Wemmick's advice to stay hidden; he spends the day at Wemmick's home and learns of the arrangements for Magwitch's safety.
Chapter XLVI
Visits Herbert and Clara, arranges escape plans with Magwitch, and returns to the Temple, feeling anxious and watched.
XLVII
Living in suspense and financial difficulty, avoiding news of Estella, and haunted by the fear of Compeyson's presence.
Chapter XLVIII
Dines with Jaggers and Wemmick, receives Miss Havisham's note, and realizes Molly is Estella's mother.
XLIX
Returns to Satis House, confronts Miss Havisham about Estella's past, and rescues her from a fire.
Chapter L
Recovering from burns, deeply affected by Herbert's story about Magwitch and the revelation that Magwitch is Estella's father.
LI
Pip confronts Mr. Jaggers about Estella's parentage, revealing his knowledge of her mother and father (Magwitch). He passionately appeals for the truth, driven by his love for Estella and his desire to understand his own past.
LII
Pip arranges Herbert's partnership, receives Wemmick's letter, and decides to go to the marshes after an anonymous summons.
LIII
Captured by Orlick, nearly killed, rescued by friends, returns to London.
The Flight Down the River
Accompanies Magwitch on the river, feeling loyalty and pity, and resolves to stay by his side.
LV
Pip accompanies Wemmick to his wedding, supports Magwitch through his legal troubles, and discusses his future with Herbert.
LVI
Pip remains devoted to Magwitch, visiting him daily, writing petitions for clemency, and staying by his side until the end.
LVII
Recovering from illness, remorseful, resolves to confess to Joe and propose to Biddy.
LVIII
Returns to the forge after becoming a partner, pays his debts, and is emotionally reunited with Joe and Biddy.
LIX
Returns to the forge after eleven years, reconciles with Joe and Biddy, and later meets Estella at the ruined Satis House.
