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A Christmas Carol (Illustrated): Classic 1843 Edition with Original Illustrations
Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with one of the most beloved stories of all time!
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is a timeless tale of redemption, generosity, and the true meaning of the holiday season. This classic Christmas story features original illustrations, fun facts about the author, and discussion questions.
From the moment Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come, he embarks on a powerful journey of self-discovery and transformation. Along the way, readers meet unforgettable characters like Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, and Jacob Marley, in one of the most enduring Charles Dickens novels.
Inside You’ll complete, unabridged text of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, just as it was originally written.The original, iconic illustrations by John Leech, bringing Scrooge’s haunting and hopeful journey to life.A beautifully designed ornate cover, making this edition a stunning gift or cherished addition to your Charles Dickens collection.Easy-to-read typography, ensuring an enjoyable reading experience for all ages.Fun facts about Charles Dickens, offering fascinating insights into the author’s life and the story’s lasting impact.Thought-provoking discussion questions, perfect for classrooms, book clubs, or family reading time, sparking meaningful conversations about this beloved classic.Get your copy today and rediscover the magic of A Christmas Carol! Whether for a first-time reader or a treasured holiday tradition, this edition is a must-have for any Christmas or classics collection.
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is a timeless tale of redemption, generosity, and the true meaning of the holiday season. This classic Christmas story features original illustrations, fun facts about the author, and discussion questions.
From the moment Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come, he embarks on a powerful journey of self-discovery and transformation. Along the way, readers meet unforgettable characters like Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, and Jacob Marley, in one of the most enduring Charles Dickens novels.
Inside You’ll complete, unabridged text of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, just as it was originally written.The original, iconic illustrations by John Leech, bringing Scrooge’s haunting and hopeful journey to life.A beautifully designed ornate cover, making this edition a stunning gift or cherished addition to your Charles Dickens collection.Easy-to-read typography, ensuring an enjoyable reading experience for all ages.Fun facts about Charles Dickens, offering fascinating insights into the author’s life and the story’s lasting impact.Thought-provoking discussion questions, perfect for classrooms, book clubs, or family reading time, sparking meaningful conversations about this beloved classic.Get your copy today and rediscover the magic of A Christmas Carol! Whether for a first-time reader or a treasured holiday tradition, this edition is a must-have for any Christmas or classics collection.
141 pages, Paperback
Published July 10, 2025
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Charles Dickens
12.7k books31.4k followersCharles John Huffam Dickens (1812-1870) was a writer and social critic who created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the twentieth century critics and scholars had recognised him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity.
Dickens left school to work in a factory when his father was incarcerated in a debtors' prison. Despite his lack of formal education, he edited a weekly journal for 20 years, wrote 15 novels, five novellas, hundreds of short stories and non-fiction articles, lectured and performed extensively, was an indefatigable letter writer, and campaigned vigorously for children's rights, education, and other social reforms.
Dickens was regarded as the literary colossus of his age. His 1843 novella, A Christmas Carol, remains popular and continues to inspire adaptations in every artistic genre. Oliver Twist and Great Expectations are also frequently adapted, and, like many of his novels, evoke images of early Victorian London. His 1859 novel, A Tale of Two Cities, set in London and Paris, is his best-known work of historical fiction. Dickens's creative genius has been praised by fellow writers—from Leo Tolstoy to George Orwell and G. K. Chesterton—for its realism, comedy, prose style, unique characterisations, and social criticism. On the other hand, Oscar Wilde, Henry James, and Virginia Woolf complained of a lack of psychological depth, loose writing, and a vein of saccharine sentimentalism. The term Dickensian is used to describe something that is reminiscent of Dickens and his writings, such as poor social conditions or comically repulsive characters.
On 8 June 1870, Dickens suffered another stroke at his home after a full day's work on Edwin Drood. He never regained consciousness, and the next day he died at Gad's Hill Place. Contrary to his wish to be buried at Rochester Cathedral "in an inexpensive, unostentatious, and strictly private manner," he was laid to rest in the Poets' Corner of Westminster Abbey. A printed epitaph circulated at the time of the funeral reads: "To the Memory of Charles Dickens (England's most popular author) who died at his residence, Higham, near Rochester, Kent, 9 June 1870, aged 58 years. He was a sympathiser with the poor, the suffering, and the oppressed; and by his death, one of England's greatest writers is lost to the world." His last words were: "On the ground", in response to his sister-in-law Georgina's request that he lie down.
(from Wikipedia)
Dickens left school to work in a factory when his father was incarcerated in a debtors' prison. Despite his lack of formal education, he edited a weekly journal for 20 years, wrote 15 novels, five novellas, hundreds of short stories and non-fiction articles, lectured and performed extensively, was an indefatigable letter writer, and campaigned vigorously for children's rights, education, and other social reforms.
Dickens was regarded as the literary colossus of his age. His 1843 novella, A Christmas Carol, remains popular and continues to inspire adaptations in every artistic genre. Oliver Twist and Great Expectations are also frequently adapted, and, like many of his novels, evoke images of early Victorian London. His 1859 novel, A Tale of Two Cities, set in London and Paris, is his best-known work of historical fiction. Dickens's creative genius has been praised by fellow writers—from Leo Tolstoy to George Orwell and G. K. Chesterton—for its realism, comedy, prose style, unique characterisations, and social criticism. On the other hand, Oscar Wilde, Henry James, and Virginia Woolf complained of a lack of psychological depth, loose writing, and a vein of saccharine sentimentalism. The term Dickensian is used to describe something that is reminiscent of Dickens and his writings, such as poor social conditions or comically repulsive characters.
On 8 June 1870, Dickens suffered another stroke at his home after a full day's work on Edwin Drood. He never regained consciousness, and the next day he died at Gad's Hill Place. Contrary to his wish to be buried at Rochester Cathedral "in an inexpensive, unostentatious, and strictly private manner," he was laid to rest in the Poets' Corner of Westminster Abbey. A printed epitaph circulated at the time of the funeral reads: "To the Memory of Charles Dickens (England's most popular author) who died at his residence, Higham, near Rochester, Kent, 9 June 1870, aged 58 years. He was a sympathiser with the poor, the suffering, and the oppressed; and by his death, one of England's greatest writers is lost to the world." His last words were: "On the ground", in response to his sister-in-law Georgina's request that he lie down.
(from Wikipedia)
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September 22, 2025
A Heartfelt Tale of Compassion & Generosity
I'm a fan of classic illustrations, like the ones found in this book. The story seems intact as far as I can tell, and if you're unfamiliar with the story, it's one that you should definitely pick up, read, and share. The illustrations bring the mood and ambience to the story that really help it pop off the page. Although the images are present, they seem to be of varying quality, with a few having some sort of replicative diminution or pixelated digitalization. Well preserved for the story's age, and hopefully one that will continue through the ages.
I'm a fan of classic illustrations, like the ones found in this book. The story seems intact as far as I can tell, and if you're unfamiliar with the story, it's one that you should definitely pick up, read, and share. The illustrations bring the mood and ambience to the story that really help it pop off the page. Although the images are present, they seem to be of varying quality, with a few having some sort of replicative diminution or pixelated digitalization. Well preserved for the story's age, and hopefully one that will continue through the ages.
December 20, 2025
God this is such a good story. Going to make it a tradition to read it each year 🎄✨
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