Radio Read Along

In which Pip explores his lodgings and meets a new friend...

Another 10 chapters have flown by, and the full CenterForLit crew is back for the next discussion episode! Topics of interest include identity and culpability. We wonder what in the world is up with that fight scene between Pip and the Pale Young Gentleman. We tussle over the meaning of a "criminal" in the story. We revisit Mrs. Joe's character, and of course, we love on Joe. 

In which Pip prepares for his new life and experiences London for the first time...

In which Pip confides in Biddy, and a stranger shows up at the Three Jolly Bargemen with unexpected news...

In which Pip visits Miss Havisham again during his apprenticeship and returns to an unexpected commotion at home...

In which Pip approaches the age of his impending apprenticeship and Joe pays a visit to Miss Havisham...

In which Pip becomes better acquainted with Miss Havisham, has a strange encounter at Satis House, and approaches the time of his apprenticeship...

Now that we're up through chapter 10 of Great Expectations, Adam pauses to discuss what he has read so far with the rest of the CenterForLit crew. Topics include Dickens's humor, the question of Pip's identity, and the reason for Miss Havisham's strange behavior. 

In which Pip is questioned about his experience at Miss Havisham's and seeks to improve his station in life...

In which Pip teaches Joe to read and is called upon for a strange play date...