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Jack Maggs (French Edition)
I loved this book! This is the story based on Dickens' Great Expectations, but told through the eyes of Jack Maggs (Magwitch in GE). Maggs meets young orphan Henry Phipps (Pip in GE) as a convict on his way to sentencing in Australia. Henry shows him kindness by giving him some food. Maggs remembers this single act of compassion and after serving his prison sentence and making a large fortune in Australia, sends a large monthly allowance which provides Henry with a very idle and rich life. Maggs has returned to London to see Henry, a boy he considers his son. Henry, although he has enjoyed Maggs' generosity is ashamed and scared of the convict. The story revolves around Maggs' effort to find Henry and tell him his story. The book is fast paced and has some extra plot twists. Strong characters and vivid descriptions of Victorian London made this a quick and very enjoyable read.
