# Pip — Great Expectations character guide > Pip in Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Philip Pirrip, Pirrip, Young Pip, Mr. Pip, Dear Pip, little Pip **First appearance:** 0000-i ## Snapshot An orphaned blacksmith's apprentice whose sudden fortune and fierce shame reshape him, while he narrates the cost of wanting to be a gentleman. ## Who they are Pip grows up in a marshy village under his sister's temper and Joe's gentle protection, until Miss Havisham's decaying house and Estella's scorn teach him to despise his own rough hands. When anonymous money lifts him to London, he must reconcile new polish with old loyalties and the gnawing question of who made him. His voice carries the book's central ache: the gap between who we are and who we wish to be seen as. ## Relationships ### [Joe Gargery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/joe_gargery) _family_ Joe is Pip's brother-in-law and a loving, protective father figure who shares a deep bond with Pip despite Pip's later shame. ### [Jaggers](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/jaggers) _professional_ Jaggers is Pip's legal guardian and the mysterious benefactor's lawyer, maintaining a cold, authoritative professional relationship. ### [Estella](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/estella) _psychological_ Estella is Pip's obsessive romantic interest and Miss Havisham's tool for revenge, creating a painful dynamic of unrequited love and manipulation. ### [Wemmick](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/wemmick) _friendship_ Wemmick becomes a trusted friend and ally to Pip, offering practical advice and genuine warmth outside his office persona. ### [Herbert Pocket](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/herbert_pocket) _friendship_ Herbert is Pip's closest friend and roommate, offering unwavering loyalty, humor, and moral support. ### [Biddy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/biddy) _friendship_ Biddy is Pip's childhood friend and confidante, offering gentle wisdom and later marrying Joe after Pip's rejection. ### [Joe Gargery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/joe_gargery) _family_ Joe is Pip's brother-in-law and a loving, protective father figure who shares a deep bond with Pip despite Pip's later shame. ### [Jaggers](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/jaggers) _professional_ Jaggers is Pip's legal guardian and the mysterious benefactor's lawyer, maintaining a cold, authoritative professional relationship. ### [Estella](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/estella) _psychological_ Estella is Pip's obsessive romantic interest and Miss Havisham's tool for revenge, creating a painful dynamic of unrequited love and manipulation. ### [Wemmick](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/wemmick) _friendship_ Wemmick becomes a trusted friend and ally to Pip, offering practical advice and genuine warmth outside his office persona. ### [Biddy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/biddy) _friendship_ Biddy is Pip's childhood friend and confidante, offering gentle wisdom and later marrying Joe after Pip's rejection. ### [Herbert Pocket](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/herbert_pocket) _friendship_ Herbert is Pip's closest friend and roommate, offering unwavering loyalty, humor, and moral support. ## In the story ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/i) The young narrator, orphaned and living with his sister, encounters a terrifying escaped convict in the churchyard. ### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/iii) Pip braves the misty marshes to bring food and a file to the convict, feeling guilty and fearful. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/v) 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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/vi) Struggles with guilt over the theft and his cowardice in not confessing to Joe. ### [Chapter VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/vii) Reflects on his limited education and his growing admiration for Joe. ### [Chapter VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/viii) Pip is introduced to Satis House, meets Miss Havisham and Estella, and feels deep shame about his common upbringing. ### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/x) 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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xi) Pip returns to Satis House, is led by Estella, observes the relatives, walks Miss Havisham, and fights the pale young gentleman. ### [XII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xiii) Feels ashamed of Joe in front of Estella and Miss Havisham; is formally bound as Joe's apprentice. ### [XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xiv) Pip is the narrator, feeling ashamed of his home and apprenticeship, haunted by Estella's imagined scorn. ### [Chapter XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xv) Pip tries to educate Joe, visits Miss Havisham, and feels dissatisfied with his home and trade. ### [Chapter XVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xvi) Wrestles with guilt over providing the weapon and considers confessing to Joe, but ultimately keeps his secret. ### [Chapter XVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xviii) Pip learns of his great expectations and is overwhelmed with excitement and confusion, believing Miss Havisham is his benefactor. ### [XIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xx) Pip arrives in London, receives his allowance from Mr. Jaggers, and explores the city, feeling overwhelmed by its size and squalor. ### [XXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxi) Arrives in London, disappointed by Barnard's Inn, and reunites with Herbert Pocket. ### [Chapter XXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxiii) Narrator and observer, newly installed in the Pocket household, reflecting on the family's peculiarities. ### [Chapter XXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxiv) Pip establishes himself in London, begins studies with Mr. Pocket, and negotiates with Mr. Jaggers for money to buy furniture. ### [Chapter XXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxv) Narrates his experiences with Drummle and Startop, his friendship with Herbert, and his visit to Wemmick's home. ### [XXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxvi) Dines at Jaggers' house with his friends, observes the housekeeper's strange appearance, and quarrels with Drummle over money. ### [Chapter XXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxvii) Pip receives Joe's visit with embarrassment and mortification, ashamed of his humble origins in front of his London acquaintances. ### [XXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxx) 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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxxi) Attends the play with Herbert, feels sorry for Wopsle, and invites him to supper. ### [Chapter XXXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxxii) Pip is anxiously waiting for Estella's arrival and accompanies Wemmick to Newgate Prison. ### [Chapter XXXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxxiii) Pip accompanies Estella to Richmond, feeling both happiness and misery in her presence. ### [Chapter XXXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxxv) Attends his sister's funeral, speaks with Biddy about her future and Orlick's presence, and says goodbye to Joe. ### [Chapter XXXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxxvi) Pip comes of age, receives his allowance, and seeks advice on helping a friend. ### [Chapter XXXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxxvii) Visits Wemmick at Walworth to seek advice on secretly helping Herbert Pocket. ### [Chapter XXXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xxxix) Pip is devastated to discover his benefactor is the convict Magwitch, feeling wrecked and ashamed for having deserted Joe and Biddy. ### [XL](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xli) Reveals the secret to Herbert, feels repugnance toward Magwitch, and resolves to break off from him while saving him from capture. ### [XLII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xlii) Listens to Magwitch's story and feels pity mixed with revulsion. ### [Chapter XLIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xliv) Confronts Miss Havisham and Estella, declares his love for Estella, and receives a warning from Wemmick. ### [XLV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xlvi) Visits Herbert and Clara, arranges escape plans with Magwitch, and returns to the Temple, feeling anxious and watched. ### [XLVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xlvii) Living in suspense and financial difficulty, avoiding news of Estella, and haunted by the fear of Compeyson's presence. ### [Chapter XLVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xlviii) Dines with Jaggers and Wemmick, receives Miss Havisham's note, and realizes Molly is Estella's mother. ### [XLIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/xlix) Returns to Satis House, confronts Miss Havisham about Estella's past, and rescues her from a fire. ### [Chapter L](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/l) Recovering from burns, deeply affected by Herbert's story about Magwitch and the revelation that Magwitch is Estella's father. ### [LI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/lii) Pip arranges Herbert's partnership, receives Wemmick's letter, and decides to go to the marshes after an anonymous summons. ### [LIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/liii) Captured by Orlick, nearly killed, rescued by friends, returns to London. ### [The Flight Down the River](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/liv) Accompanies Magwitch on the river, feeling loyalty and pity, and resolves to stay by his side. ### [LV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/lv) Pip accompanies Wemmick to his wedding, supports Magwitch through his legal troubles, and discusses his future with Herbert. ### [LVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/lvi) Pip remains devoted to Magwitch, visiting him daily, writing petitions for clemency, and staying by his side until the end. ### [LVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/lvii) Recovering from illness, remorseful, resolves to confess to Joe and propose to Biddy. ### [LVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/lviii) Returns to the forge after becoming a partner, pays his debts, and is emotionally reunited with Joe and Biddy. ### [LIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/chapters/lix) Returns to the forge after eleven years, reconciles with Joe and Biddy, and later meets Estella at the ruined Satis House. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters/pip - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/great_expectations_se/characters