~ 1843 ~
A Christmas Carol, written by Charles Dickens in 1843, tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly businessman who despises Christmas and is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. After these visits, Scrooge undergoes a transformation into a kinder, more compassionate man. The novella speaks to themes of redemption and the treatment of the poor, as well as highlighting the importance of Christmas traditions. A Christmas Carol has become a beloved classic and has been adapted many times for different media.