A Christmas Carol (Bantam Classics)

Very easy to read. Watched the movies, but first time I have read the book. Everyone should read this book.

With our government acting as Scrooge now I’m glad to think of all the participants receiving their ghosts and I hope it’s soon. No one makes it in this world alone and we might as well all help each other.

a true classic I read it every year. I like highlighting phrases and Looking up words I don't know well

Funny, I have seen many movie adaptations yet had never read the story. I bought the paperback book curious to know how the actual story reads. First, I had no idea it was such a short story. A mere 100 pages or so. So with that it is a very quick read. Entertaining, certainly. I liked having read it since it is a classic and so many movies have used this theme. So I would recommend to read it to read it. For all the feels and thought provoking theme, you can get that from any movie adaptation. I don't think I have ever preferred a movie over a book, but in this case the various movies do well with expanding on Dickens' classic.

I have seen numerous versions of this story on film, each one a little different. The one that most closely follows the book is the Sir Patrick Stewart version produced by TBS in the 90s.

A nice pocket sized paperback you could take anywhere. And I do this frequently, as this story puts me in the holiday spirit like The Ghost of Christmas Present

The perfect paperback copy of Charles Dickens's wonderful tale.

Classic in big print. Great for dyslexia.

I read this every year. It is short and beautifully written. There are a few more things in it than all of the film adaptations, and I think it gives more of a sense of the gradual realisation of Scribe as to the error of his ways, rather than his just being frightened into it at the end. A classic amongst classics.

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"A Christmas Carol: The Original 1843 Edition" is a timeless classic that continues to enchant readers with its powerful narrative and enduring message. Charles Dickens' masterful storytelling takes us on a poignant journey with Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man, as he undergoes a transformation guided by the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. The eloquent prose captures the spirit of Victorian London and serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion, generosity, and the joy of giving during the holiday season. This edition, faithfully preserving the 1843 original, allows readers to experience the story as Dickens intended. The language and descriptive richness of the narrative offer a glimpse into the social issues of the time while delivering a heartwarming tale that transcends generations. The inclusion of original illustrations enhances the immersive experience, bringing the characters and scenes to life. "A Christmas Carol" remains a cherished classic, and this edition is a must-have for anyone who appreciates the beauty of Dickensian literature and the magic of Christmas. In a world filled with holiday hustle, "A Christmas Carol: The Original 1843 Edition" is a literary gem that rekindles the true meaning of Christmas. Dickens' timeless tale, with its vivid characters and moral lessons, is a joy to read and share with loved ones. This edition serves as a delightful keepsake for those who wish to delve into the warmth and magic of a Victorian Christmas and rediscover the transformative power of kindness and redemption.

クリスマスキャロルは，ヴィクトリア朝における産業革命期の社会のあり方を風刺した名作である。 ディケンズは本作品で、下層階級の人々に対する慈悲の気持ちを失うことが以下に愚かなことであるかを、3人のゴーストによって主人公Scroogeが振り返る彼自身の過去のクリスマス、現在のクリスマス、そして未来のクリスマスを通じて表している。 最も印象的なのは、2番目の幽霊が連れ去っていってしまう子供について、The boy is Ignorance. This girl is Want.といっているところだ。これは無知で欲深い社会の人々に対する警告なのだと思う。不況下で殺伐としている現代の人々に、是非1人でも多く読んで今年のクリスマスに温かい気持ちで迎えて欲しい。

初めて原文で、ディケンズの本を読みました。 クリスマスシーズンだし、子どもも読むような本だから大丈夫かな、と… 甘かった！子供も楽しめる本ながらも、豊富な語彙と豊かな表現力、 もちろんその中には19世紀の英語独特の言い回しや語彙が含まれているのでしょうが、 それなりの英語力がないといけないものでした。 とはいえ、英語力が素晴らしくなくても、十分楽しめるストーリーです。 金儲けの仕事をけちけちする傍ら、人とふれあうことの歓びをすっかり忘れてしまった 主人公の男性。クリスマスイブの夜、7年前に亡くなった同僚の幽霊に警告されます、 「このままではお前も、俺のような悲惨な死後を送ることになる。 手遅れになる前に、お前の生きざまを考え直してくれ！」と。そして、3人のクリスマスの幽霊が、 彼のもとに送られてきます。 彼が幽霊によって見せられた世界とは… この作品でも、ディケンズが描きたかったイギリスの美しさが、描かれています。 貧しい労働者階級と、経済的に恵まれていなくても 彼らが持つ美しさと、幸福…人とのつながりの中でもたらされる幸福です。 クリスマスの幽霊が主人公に見せたのも、そんな素敵な世界でした。 人はなかなか変われないけれど、クリスマスならこんな奇跡も起きるかも、です。