If you had to describe the classic novel, Great Expections, by Charles Dickens, in one word, what would you describe it as?

Answer 1

What word would YOU use?

Answer 2

I'm looking for a word that means "teaching" because I think Great Expectations is all about learning and adapting to all different kinds of experiences and changes; it also has a very interesting and entertaining story plot. I'm trying to create a collage, and am having difficulty to which words I should use within the collage.

Answer 3

You've used some good adjectives.

I'd also suggest spooky, morbid, innocent.

This site may give you some other ideas.

http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/greatex/