Great Expectations: The Elt Graphic Novel

by Brigit Viney, Charles Dickens

The Classic Graphic Novel Collection is a revolutionary new series of graphic novels which re-tells classic literature for learners of English. Graded at the intermediate level, the fresh blend of accessible storytelling and captivating artwork ensures that students will want to return to these stories time and again.

Genres: Graphic Novels, Classics

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1860

Reviews

[Hei · Rating 1 out of 5]

10/10 for the art but the storytelling is very tacky

[Austin · Rating 3 out of 5]

this was an ok book it was not really catching me with information but it was a good book. it is a fairly easy book to read. A lot of reading but also a lot of information that i did not find interesting. i gave it a 3 star rateing because itvwas a good story but i did not find interesting.
i recemend this book to people who like to read. also to people who like to try somthing new for a graphic novel.

[Miya · Rating 1 out of 5]

i didnt enjoy this one compared to other graphic books ive read. it was hard to keep up with the storyline, too many characters, changing scenes too frequently, not so interesting. i wonder if the book is better.) will i ever read it? probably not. esp since i now know the story in short... i will watch the movie.

[Rob · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having just read the full unabridged version of Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens, and then followed up with this Classical Comics Graphic Novel version I am more than a little bit impressed. the excellent quality of art and text created a true depiction of Charles Dickens story as it was meant to be told. There were only very minor omissions that did not affect the story in the least. The entire staff of Classical Comics deserve to take a bow, and I am certain that Charles Dickens would also approve. In case I wasn't clear, This was a Good Read. very much true to the original and much easier to read.

[Connie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was done well with all the graphics. A story about a man who tries to figure out what he wants from life. He tries to better himself and then is not sure whether he wants to be that person or just a commoner.
Enjoy!

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great adaptation of Dickens' novel. I didn't realize I had forgotten so much of the story. I think Viney did a good job condensing the plot into a very manageable story to present in graphic novel form and to JH/SH students.

[Heaven Hayward · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really great interpretation of the source material, though it is very text heavy in some places.

[Fran Gándara Hofbauer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Me gusto bastante, aunque sentí que todo paso muy seguido, supongo que es porque es la versión en novela gráfica.

[Kevin Izworski · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great story, rather abrebiated version. Definately a shortcut, but I got the gist. I'll probably read the original when I have time, but now I know what happens. Oh well, it will lead me to check out more Dickens at least.

[Natalie Stagnone · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book more than the actual Great Expectations ... Ok there was less detail, but that made for a faster and clearer book. The pictures were so beautiful and helped to guide me through the often intertwined plot. The language was also clearer and all in all just a nice story.

[Isabella · Rating 4 out of 5]

The actual story is good. NOthing is BETTER THAN THE ORIGINAL BOOK VERSION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It feels like cheating a little bit. I read teh original first which is so fantastic

[Slow Man · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was drawn by the drawings and the emotions of the characters. This is one of my favorite Dickens story.

[Jaye Latts · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had a faint inkling about this story, but it has never been of interest to me. Reading this graphic novel served me well enough.