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Havisham

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Havisham is a prequel to Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations, offering a compelling backstory to one of literature’s most enigmatic characters, Miss Havisham. The novel explores the life of Catherine Havisham before she became the reclusive, bitter figure we know. Born into privilege as the heir to a brewing fortune, Catherine experiences a tragic betrayal that forever alters her path. Ronald Frame delves into themes of love, loss, and vengeance, painting a rich portrait of Victorian society while giving depth and humanity to a classic character.

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SS F FRA h

Publisher

London : Faber and Faber., 2012

Collation

350 p. ; 20 cm.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

9780571288304

Classification

F

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Subject(s)

Historical fiction
Fiction
Betrayal
Inheritance and succession
Havisham, Miss (Fictitious character)

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Statement of Responsibility

Ronald Frame

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