Charles Dickens needs no formal introduction, having been the most popular English writer of the 19th century and still one of the most popular writers in history today. By the time he died at the relatively young age of 58 from a stroke, he was already Europe’s most famous writer. His obituary noted that Dickens was a “sympathiser with the poor, the suffering, and the oppressed.” Dickens was even interred in Westminster Abbey, a rare honor bestowed only among the greatest and most accomplished Britons.
Many of Dickens’ novels were written with the concept of social reform in mind, and Dickens’ work was often praised for its realism, comic genius and unique personalities. At the same time, however, Dickens’ ability as a writer was nearly unrivaled, with his ability to write in prose unquestioned and unmatched.
One of his most famous works was A Christmas Carol, which has remained popular around the globe and is often played out at Christmas time. With instantly recognizable characters like Scrooge and Tiny Tim, the story is one of hope and redemption, mixed in with some Christmas cheer.
This edition of A Christmas Carol is specially formatted with images, an original introduction and a Table of Contents
