A Christmas Carol; Or, The Miser's Warning! by C. Z. Barnett and Charles Dickens

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Author Barnett, C. Z. (Charles Zachary), 1813?-1849
Author Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870
Title A Christmas Carol; Or, The Miser's Warning!
(Adapted from Charles Dickens' Celebrated Work.)
Note Reading ease score: 85.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "A Christmas Carol; Or, The Miser's Warning!" by C. Z. Barnett and Charles Dickens is a theatrical adaptation of Dickens's celebrated novella, originally produced in the 19th century. This work falls under the category of drama and was shaped during the Victorian era. The principal topic of the book revolves around themes of redemption, the spirit of Christmas, and the moral transformation of the main character, Ebenezer Scrooge, from a miser to a benevolent figure. The storyline follows Ebenezer Scrooge, a cold-hearted miser who despises Christmas and the joy it brings to others. On Christmas Eve, he is visited by the ghost of his former partner, Jacob Marley, and warned about the consequences of his selfishness. Marley informs Scrooge that he will be haunted by three spirits representing Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Through these encounters, Scrooge revisits his neglected childhood, witnesses the struggles of those like his employee Bob Cratchit, and ultimately confronts his own mortality and legacy. These revelations awaken a sense of compassion and responsibility within him, prompting a joyful transformation as he vows to embrace the festive spirit and support those in need. As a result, Scrooge emerges as a better man, embodying the true essence of Christmas and generosity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Misers -- Drama
Subject Christmas plays
Subject London (England) -- Drama
Subject Ghosts -- Drama
Subject Poor families -- Drama
Subject Scrooge, Ebenezer (Fictitious character) -- Drama
Subject Sick children -- Drama
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EBook-No. 41739
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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