"Great Expectations"

Throughout society, many people always think they want something, yet they truly do not. There is always a constant struggle within oneself to remain true. William Shakespeare has said, "To thine own self be true." This quote ultimately says that people should be who they are and nothing else. In Charles Dickens' novel Great Expectations, he agrees with this quote. One of Dickens' major themes is that one should only be who they are. Through the use of literary elements such as characterization and plot, this theme is apparent. Through the characterization of Pip, one can see the contrasts of his happiness throughout his journey. This relates to when he is himself, and when he is no longer who he really is.…