A gritty adaptation of Dickens least sentimental love story with a cast of some of his most unforgettable characters. Whilst at his parents graveside; Pip is accosted by Magwitch; a convict escaped from one of the prison ships. Terrified; he is forced to help the man to get away. An unexpected invitation to the house of rich old Miss Havisham forces him into the path of her beautiful; cruel niece Estella and their strange; ruthless games. After an anonymous benefactor grants him a small fortune; Pip turns his back on his humble life as a blacksmiths apprentice - he moves to London to become a gentleman in the hopes of winning Estella. But he has no idea of the dangers that await him there; or from where his salvation will come. Expectations fulfilled ... a show that is by turns frightening; funny and deeply affecting - Daily Telegraph a wonderfully involving and eloquent adaptation ... a fine example of fast; fluent ensemble story-telling ... tremendous - Independent bursting with snappy humour... Donnellans adaptation beautifully conveys the world as seen by a child - Sunday Telegraph
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Word is Bond; this book is legitBy Jiandan E. PayzaProps to the authors and editors of this gem. It is easy to read and a pleasure to study. Every other page drops new knowledge and I love the numerous references to the Teacha; KRS One; Hip Hops true Philosopher. These guys know their Hip Hop History and purpose; and have a great understanding of the Kulture and how it can be compared to a Socratic-like philosophy. The foreword by Dr. Cornell West is tight as well. This is real Hip Hop literary commentary and examines the Hip Hop life; which to me; IS worth living! Excellent job; highly recommend. Peace! JD One1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Two Thumbs Up!By Nolan Harris JrThis volume is very engaging and is best at explaining rather dense philosophical ideas through the lens of Hip-Hop. I was very impressed and would really like to see an updated edition--a Volume 2; as it were. I especially enjoyed the exegesis of Hegel and Sartre in the the pieces by Pittman and Gines respectively. Definitely recommend!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Understanding Hip HopBy Sherri RosenI didnt know any background; history of Hip Hop; Rap; and this book educated me.It was great to learn about it and its an important element in our culture.I recommend it highly. You dont have to be a philosophy student to read this book. Its for everyone.Sherri Rosen; New York City
