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Many professors, analysts, and common folk believe that Great Expectations
was one of, and possibly the best work of Charles Dickens. Perhaps it was
because of the diverse themes displayed by Dickens, which modulate as the
story progresses. A clear example of the measures taken by the author to
create diversity, is the application of irony. Dickens uses to create suspense
and conflict in plot events relating to Estella, Miss Havisham, the convict, Joe,
and Mrs. Joe. The relationship between Pip and Estella is very complex and
ironic. It keeps the reader entertained with the humor of sophisticated
children. A major irony of situation occurs when Estella kisses Pip after
insulting and degrading him. The reader becomes confused with Estella's
actions and feels sympathy for Pip. The confusion causes conflict, which
keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. On page 104 Estella says, "Come
here! You may kiss me, if you like." This is something unexpected, which
livens up......

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