A Christmas Carol in Prose; Being a Ghost Story of Christmas by Charles Dickens

‘A Christmas Carol in Prose; Being a Ghost Story of Christmas’ by Charles Dickens is a timeless novella from the early 19th century that tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man whose life is transformed through a series of ghostly encounters. Scrooge’s journey begins when he is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of the consequences of his greed and selfishness. The visits from the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come take Scrooge on a profound journey of self-reflection, revealing the impact of his actions on others and offering him a chance at redemption. The story opens with a vivid portrayal of Scrooge’s cold-heartedness, his disdain for Christmas, and his indifference toward those in need. His interactions with his kind-hearted nephew and the charitable visitors seeking donations underscore his bitterness and isolation. This stark contrast between Scrooge’s grim outlook and the festive joy around him sets the stage for his eventual awakening to the values of compassion, generosity, and the true spirit of Christmas.