A Christmas Carol

Name: A Christmas Carol
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780571355860
Price: 18.99 NZD
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By Charles Dickens

Series: Liberty Classics

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Summary

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a timeless tale about Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man who despises Christmas and everything associated with it. Throughout one Christmas Eve, he is visited by the ghost of his former business partner and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come, who reveal to him the impact of his cold-hearted ways. The story illustrates the transformation of Scrooge into a kinder, more generous person, conveying themes of redemption and the true spirit of Christmas.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy timeless tales of transformation and holiday spirit. Through its vivid characters and evocative settings, it offers a heartwarming story about redemption and the power of generosity, making it a delightful read for both children and adults during the festive season.

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One of the key launch titles for Faber Children's stylish Liberty Classics range, A Christmas Carol is probably the most popular and famous Christmas novels of all time.

One of the key launch titles for Faber Children's stylish Liberty Classics range, A Christmas Carol is probably the most popular and famous Christmas novels of all time.

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'Bah,' said Scrooge, 'Humbug.'

But that was before he was presented with visions of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Yet to Come, which gave him a whole new lease of life:

'I am as light as a feather, I am as happy as an angel, I am as merry as a schoolboy. I am as giddy as a drunken man. A merry Christmas to everybody! A happy New Year to all the World!'

Old Ebenezer Scrooge is too mean to spend money on coals for the fire in his counting-house, where his clerk Bob Cratchit shivers in the winter cold. Declining an invitation to his nephew Fred's Christmas party, and refusing to give money to charity, he is ready for his usual miserly Christmas in his cold, dingy apartment. But that night, the ghost of his dead partner Jacob Marley appears and tells him to expect a visit from three spirits over the next three nights...

A Christmas Carol is brought to life through the creative partnership of Liberty of London and Faber & Faber. Liberty of London's patterned, print and floral fabrics are world-famous, and this collaboration combines their exquisite design with the words of one of the best-loved writers. A book to be coveted by artistic shoppers and book lovers the world over.

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A Christmas Carol

'Bah,' said Scrooge, 'Humbug.' But that was before he was presented with visions of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Yet to Come, which gave him a whole new lease of life: 'I am as light as a feather, I am as happy as an angel, I am as merry as a schoolboy. I am as giddy as a drunken...

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A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is often praised for its timeless and heartwarming story that resonates with readers of all ages. Critics commend the vivid portrayal of transformation and redemption in the character of Ebenezer Scrooge. The book is celebrated for its moral lessons and festive spirit, making it a cherished read during the holiday season.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571355860

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 November 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 140g

Pages: 176

Collections

Charles Dickens Children's Books Children's Christmas Books and Gifts Children's Historical Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Christmas Books and Gifts Classic Fiction Historical Fiction Series: Liberty Classics Young Adult

About the Author

Born in 1812, Charles Dickens was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era.

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