Miss Havisham Flashcards
What does the quote “as an immensely rich and grim old lady who lived in a large and dismal house barricaded against robbers, and who led a life of seclusion. pg 59
Shows that everyone views her in a negative light, also builds tension in the extract.
What do the quotes “Yellow skin” “No brightness left” “The bride within the bridal dress had withered like the dress” and “bridal flowers in her hair” show
D presents her as a ghost, who doesn’t see the sun and always wears her wedding dress. She is seen to be rotting away with everything she owns, showing her giving up on life itself and her poisoned personality.
How does miss havisham treat Pip
She is rude and cruel to the small boy, she is also very manipulative to him, convincing him that estella is his lady. “are you sullen and obsiutnate”
"”Abroad,” said Miss Havisham; “educating for a lady; far out of reach; prettier than ever; admired by all who see her. Do you feel that you have lost her?””
Miss Havisham delights in causing Pip emotional harm, and turning Estella into an object to conduct her revenge upon all men, of whom she considers Pip to be a part.
