These images of hard work benefiting another are in such great contrast to the images of unfair justice and living in hiding that go along with Magwitch.
Excellent characterisation is also achieved through the diction used by characters. For instance, Estella, when she first meets Pip uses harsh and elitist words when she describes Pip as "common." When Pip meets Estella again when they have grown up Estella uses curt, but not quite so mean language. This indicated a change in Estella's attitude towards Pip. Diction is also used to characterise Joe. Joe is revealed to be a simple man, with good, kind, simple values, never trying to elevate himself above others with words by the way he speaks and the words he uses. Joe uses simple words, and uncomplicated structure to communicate his ideas.
The following are the analysis of the diction used in three passages found at the end of the report:.
1. This passage shows not only the formality of the diction in general but also shows the attitude of the guests towards Pip. The effects on Pip of this language as well as the kindness of Joe and the atmosphere in the house are also revealed. The guests speak with formal diction, often speaking in an elevated, elitist manner. Mr. Wopsle describes Pip as being like a swine, and Uncle Pumblechook speaks of how Pip should be grateful for "rolling in the lap of luxury" of the adults in the room. Uncle Pumblechook even goes as far as to say, using harsh language, that if it weren't for the adults, Pip "would have been disposed of for so many shillings according to the market price" and slain by the butcher. Now, while all of this is happening, Joe has been giving gravy to Pip, but after this comment, Pip is afraid to take any more. Pip often lives day to day in fear of his sister, and, as said before, is helped with his sister by Joe. The atmosphere or mood in the house is shown to be elevating for the adults, but fearful for Pip.
