A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a novella that presents the transformative journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who encounters the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, along with the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Independently published on March 20, 2020, this edition contains 66 pages and is written in English. The narrative explores themes of redemption and the spirit of Christmas, reflecting the mid-Victorian revival of the holiday.
Readers will find a rich depiction of Scrooge’s metamorphosis from a cold-hearted miser to a compassionate individual, highlighting the importance of kindness and generosity. The story not only captures the essence of Christmas but also delves into the cultural practices associated with the holiday, such as family gatherings and festive celebrations. This classic work remains relevant and can be appreciated in any season, making it a timeless addition to the literary canon.
Official synopsis Publisher
“There is not, in all literature, a book more thoroughly saturated with the spirit of its subject than Dickens’s “Christmas Carol,” and there is no book about Christmas that can be counted its peer.” -The Atlantic
A Christmas Carol is a novella by Charles Dickens, first published in 1843. The story recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man.
A Christmas Carol captured the zeitgeist of the mid-Victorian revival of the Christmas holiday. Dickens had acknowledged the influence of the modern Western observance of Christmas and later inspired several aspects of Christmas, including family gatherings, seasonal food and drink, dancing, games and a festive generosity of spirit.
A True Christmas Classic that Can Be Read In All Seasons!
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens” about?
Who is the author of “A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens”?
When was “A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens” published?
What is the ISBN for “A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
