
CHRISTMAS CAROL.
by:
Charles (introduction John T. Winterich) Dickens
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0224029002
ISBN 13: 9780224029001
Publication date:
January 1st, 1990
Publisher: The Easton Press
Pages: 45
Genres: Mystery, Science Fiction, Thriller & Suspense, Children’s, Action & Adventure, Horror, Humor, Business & Economics, Fantasy
Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, this timeless tale follows the transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miser whose sole focus is wealth. On Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of the dire consequences of his selfishness. Marley’s haunting revelation sets in motion a series of spectral visits that promise to illuminate the spirit of Christmas.
As the night unfolds, Scrooge encounters three ghosts—each representing a different facet of his life. The Ghost of Christmas Past revisits Scrooge’s joyful youth and lost connections, while the Ghost of Christmas Present highlights the warmth of community and compassion that Scrooge has long forsaken. Finally, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come delivers a chilling vision of a future marked by isolation and regret.
Through this profound journey, Scrooge grapples with the choices he has made and the humanity he has neglected. The narrative underscores themes of redemption, love, and the profound impact of generosity, inviting readers to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. Dickens masterfully weaves a story that resonates across generations, reminding all of the possibility for change and the power of human connection.
As the night unfolds, Scrooge encounters three ghosts—each representing a different facet of his life. The Ghost of Christmas Past revisits Scrooge’s joyful youth and lost connections, while the Ghost of Christmas Present highlights the warmth of community and compassion that Scrooge has long forsaken. Finally, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come delivers a chilling vision of a future marked by isolation and regret.
Through this profound journey, Scrooge grapples with the choices he has made and the humanity he has neglected. The narrative underscores themes of redemption, love, and the profound impact of generosity, inviting readers to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. Dickens masterfully weaves a story that resonates across generations, reminding all of the possibility for change and the power of human connection.