Great Expectations

Why does Herbert call Pip by another name? What is Herbert's profession? What does he aspire to do? Why is Pip not bothered when Herbert corrects his manners?

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Herbert nicknames Pip "Handel" because of Handel's, The Harmonious Blacksmith. This is a direct reference to Pip's former profession.

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