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Herbert Pocket...
Pip at first encouraged Herbert Pocket into over-spending his slim budget, as he did himself, but soon changed his ways and secretly set Herbert up in business, making him a partner in Clarriker and Co.
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Matthew Pocket
Pip's roommate in London was Herbert Pocket, a young gentleman who becomes a close friend and confidant to Pip throughout the novel "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens. Herbert helps Pip adjust to life in London and supports him in his endeavors.
Pip moves to London after living in Barnard's Inn. He lodges with Herbert Pocket while working as a clerk at Clarriker's.
Pip and Herbert Pocket had seen Pip at an old ragged building, where Pocket lives. He says that he is rather bare here, but he hopes that Pip will be able to make out in these living quarters till Monday.
Mr. Wemmick is Mr. Jaggers' clerk. Mr. Wemmick wears several rings and has mottled lips. He lives in London and brings Pip to Barnard's Inn to meet Matthew Herbert Pocket, Jr., so that Pip can eventually be tutored by Matthew Pocket, Sr. in Hammersmith, west of London.
Herbert Pocket...
Herbert Pocket was a good friend to Pip because he offered unwavering support and encouragement, particularly during Pip's struggles with his identity and social status. He provided companionship and loyalty, helping Pip navigate the complexities of life in London. Additionally, Herbert's honesty and kindness contrasted sharply with some of Pip's other relationships, making him a reliable confidant. Their friendship ultimately played a crucial role in Pip's personal growth and self-discovery.
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Pip's struggles in London put a financial strain on Herbert because he ends up shouldering some of Pip's expenses. Herbert feels obligated to support Pip because of their close friendship and loyalty to each other. Pip's financial instability and reckless spending habits contribute to Herbert's own financial difficulties.
Pip and Herbert decide to ask Startop to assist in Pip's and Magwitch's escape. Startop was a close friend of theirs and was willing to help them in their time of need.
Herbert and Pip fought in the beginning of the story. Pip clearly won the fight, but when they meet again in England, Herbert apologizes for beating Pip up badly.
Pip at first encouraged Herbert Pocket into over-spending his slim budget, as he did himself, but soon changed his ways and secretly set Herbert up in business, making him a partner in Clarriker and Co.
Herbert saves him, after reading a letter that he dropped. He brings other people and they find him just before Orlick can kill him.