"A Christmas Carol" is a classic novella written by Charles Dickens and first published in 1843. The story is set in Victorian England and revolves around the character of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly and heartless old man who despises the Christmas season and everything associated with it. On Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of the consequences of his selfishness and greed. Throughout the night, Scrooge is then visited by three spirits: the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come (or Future). These apparitions take Scrooge on a journey through time, showing him his own past, the joy of Christmas in the present, and the grim future that awaits him if he doesn't change his ways. Through these experiences, Scrooge undergoes a profound transformation, ultimately rediscovering the true spirit of Christmas and learning the importance of kindness, generosity, and compassion.
Charles Dickens, the author of "A Christmas Carol," was a renowned English novelist of the 19th century. He was born in 1812 and grew up in poverty, which deeply influenced his writing and his concern for social issues. Dickens is known for his vivid and memorable characters, as well as his keen observations of the harsh realities of the industrial era, especially the plight of the poor and the working class. His literary works often depicted the stark contrast between the privileged and the impoverished, shedding light on the injustices and inequalities of the time.
Throughout his career, Dickens produced numerous classic novels, including "Oliver Twist," "Great Expectations," "David Copperfield," and "A Tale of Two Cities." He used his storytelling to advocate for social reform and is regarded as one of the greatest novelists in the English language. Dickens' works continue to be widely read and adapted into various forms of media, making him a lasting and influential figure in the world of literature.
A Christmas Carol for English Students A1. This edition is not a translation of the work; it is a re-writing with some parts added or omitted, dispensing with many of the characters and situations found in the original novel, and adapted for learning English in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), Level A1, beginners.
