Sažetak djela Great Expectations (Chapter 9)

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1. Pip’s sister strikes him when he gives short answers about his visit, and Pumblechook joins the questioning.
2. Pip invents a velvet coach, lavish food, fighting dogs, flags, and swords, while Pumblechook admits he has never seen Miss Havisham.
3. His sister and Pumblechook discuss possible financial benefits from Miss Havisham, while Joe accepts Pip’s inventions.
4. Pip privately confesses to Joe and explains that Estella’s contempt makes him ashamed of his hands, boots, and upbringing.
5. Joe condemns lying, encourages patient learning, and assures Pip that he is not angry.
6. In bed, Pip still measures Joe and their home against Estella’s standards, and the narrator identifies the day as life-changing.

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Joe separates becoming a better person from escaping low social standing. His response directly challenges Pip’s attempt to answer shame with dishonesty.

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