Over the course of the novel, "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens, one can see a clear change and development in the relationship between Pip and Magwitch. Initially, Magwitch is introduced to Pip and the reader as a particularly cruel escaped convict; the descriptions of Magwitch are initially met with a sense of fear, from the reader and from Pip. However, later in the novel, Magwitch is re-introduced as Pip's mysterious benefactor and this time, the ambiguity of the situation and our sympathy for Pip make us feel a sense of admiration and content with the actions of this new benefactor; Magwitch. When Pip first discovers the identity of his mysterious benefactor, who is now asking for Pip's help, he feels a sense of disgust and betrayal. But then, Pip eventually grows in maturity after the accident at the river. Pip now beings to appreciate what the fugitive Magwitch...