English & Literature

Great expectations

briefly explain the significance (for the main ideas of the work, not the plot) of what the speaker is saying in the quote below.

"Biddy…I am not at all happy as I am. I am disgusted with my calling and my life. I have never taken to either since I was bound."

Asked by lewinkler123 on 08 May 21:18

Last updated by Cat on 08 May 22:15

1 Answers

Answered by Cat on 08 May 22:15

Pip is justifying why he wants to be a gentleman to Biddy. Of course Biddy can see right through Pip's shallow pursuit of money and social standing. She knows these will not bring Pip happiness. Unfortunately, Pip must find this lesson out the hard way.