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A Christmas Carol

Barrington Stoke Edition

Charles Dickens author David Wardle illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:7th Sep '17

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A Christmas Carol cover

This classic tale follows Ebenezer Scrooge's transformative journey through the visits of three spirits, leading to redemption and the spirit of Christmas. A Christmas Carol remains a beloved story.

The novella A Christmas Carol tells the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miser whose heart is transformed by the spirit of Christmas. Scrooge, a man consumed by greed and disdain for others, is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley. Marley warns Scrooge of the consequences of his selfish life and informs him that he will be visited by three spirits. Each spirit represents a different aspect of Christmas, guiding Scrooge through his past, present, and potential future.

Through these encounters, Scrooge reflects on his life choices and the impact of his actions on those around him. The spirit of Christmas Past shows him moments of joy and lost opportunities, while the spirit of Christmas Present reveals the struggles of those less fortunate, including his underpaid clerk, Bob Cratchit, and his ill son, Tiny Tim. Finally, the spirit of Christmas Yet to Come presents a grim future that awaits Scrooge if he does not change his ways.

Ultimately, A Christmas Carol is a story of redemption and the importance of compassion and generosity. It serves as a reminder that it is never too late to change one's path and embrace the true spirit of Christmas, making it a cherished classic that resonates with readers of all ages.

"If you’ve ever tried reading Dickens in the tiny, densely-printed text of a Complete Works, this edition will feel like a breath of fresh (crisp, snowy) air" – Roaring Reads

"A must for a Victorian Christmas booklist – or any festive booklist for that matter! … Barrington Stoke publish a dyslexia-friendly, unabridged edition of this timeless story, in a format accessible to all readers" – The Book Activist

ISBN: 9781781127537

Dimensions: 198mm x 130mm x 18mm

Weight: 340g

248 pages