Great Expectations What is the theme in Great Expectations by Charles Dickens? Asked by bookragstutor on 20 Aug 12:15 Last updated by Jill W on 14 May 14:09
One main theme in the novel, Great Expectations, is that of ambition. Pip's ambition to become a gentleman and a man of means..... his desire to become what he considers worthy to Estella's love.