We explored the allure of social status to those seeking to associate with the upper class . In this regard, we discussed Mrs. Joe's harsh reaction to not receiving an invitation to visit Miss Havisham after Miss Havisham invites only Pip and Joe. We further studied the metaphorical significance of clothes ,noting how Joe wearing his Sunday best does not change who he is; to the contrary, he is uncomfortable if not wearing his blacksmith clothes as he is not comfortable when he is not authentic.Last, we studied Dickens' social criticism of the justice system as he describes the judges who approve Pip's indenture papers . The judges are sleeping , reading the paper ,or otherwise totally uninterested.