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A Christmas Carol
 
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Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is undeniably one of the most famous and unforgettable of Christmas stories, and is as familiar to children as it is to adults.

For a really special reminder of the tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge and the spirit of all things Christmas, take a look at this stunning picture book illustrated by Christian Birmingham.

Birmingham, one of the hottest talents in children's publishing, brings a fresh eye to the old tale, using depth and passion in his bold, rich artwork with its breadth of blues adding further atmosphere to the tale of a bitter, unhappy man who is forced to look himself in the eye.

The black and white line drawings on each page of text are equally as impressive and add to the mood of the story, beautifully and clearly retold by Jane Parker Resnick.

This gloriously lavish version of the classic Christmas tale is perfect for sharing with younger children, and would make a truly special gift for almost anyone who enjoys the luxury of stunning illustration. (Age 5 and over) --Susan Harrison

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Evoking the true spirit of Christmas since 1843
 
Review Date: December 21, 2003
Reviewer: Daniel Jolley, Shelby, North Carolina USA
Aside from the Bible, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is probably the most familiar and well-known book ever published. Scores of film adaptations have been made over the years, taking Dickens' story of one man's redemption to all the corners of the globe. The name Ebenezer Scrooge immediately brings to mind the miserly curmudgeon whose life and very nature were radically changed after the visitation of four ghosts one early Christmas morning. Jacob Marley, Scrooge's former partner, returns in spirit form to warn Scrooge of the ponderous chain he is forging in life by his penny-pinching, selfish, Christmas-hating ways. Then, of course, the ghosts of Christmas past, Christmas present, and Christmas future come to call for an increasingly troubled soul who comes to see the worthlessness of his purely materialistic life. A Christmas Carol offers a truly amazing character study. Scrooge, this seemingly incorrigible fellow, quickly becomes a sympathetic character as we view the circumstances of his life. From a lonely boy rejected by his father (who blames him for the death of his wife in childbirth), we see a sensitive soul, one quite capable of feeling and expressing both happiness and love, grow greedy and cold, shutting even the woman he loves out of his life. Completely broken down by the scenes revealed by the ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, Scrooge's transformation is remarkably real and powerful.

Little need be said about this timeless classic, as it is a story virtually everyone knows in some detail. The message is clear to all of us, as well. Dickens, the social conscience of the 19th century, illustrates the humanity and worth of even the lowliest of society's members and casts the harsh light of truth on those with the means but not the desire to help their fellow man, giving new life to the cliché "you can't take it with you." Dickens briefly alludes to the religious aspects of the holiday, but he vividly evokes the true and rightful spirit of Christmas in humanistic terms. This is a timeless story that will forever be a part of each Christmas season. Not only does it impart lessons of the highest order, it never fails to charm and delight you no matter how many times you have previously read the story (and watched the movie adaptations) over the years.

A christmas for tiny tim.I
 
Review Date: January 10, 2000
Reviewer: Chris Sharrett, united states
I think this book would be a good book because it would have adventure and scaryness but a good book for a middle schooler and a adult.
magical story
 
Review Date: January 10, 2000
Reviewer: Eddie, United States
I think this book is very well written, it gives a sence that you were really there in old England. Dickins explains every thing right down to the point you feel like your at the movies. I think this book is one of the best of the century.
Bridgette's Review Of A Christmas Carol
 
Review Date: January 11, 2000
Reviewer: Bridgette, United States
The book A Christmas Carol is a very good book.I think that Scoorge is a very gready man.There is three different spirits in this story:the ghost of christmas past,future,and yet to come.In this book Scrooge learns a valuable lesson in life.
"A Christmas Carol "
 
Review Date: February 4, 2000
Reviewer: Carl, Student@ Maces Lane Middle School, Cambridge, MD, USA
Very thrilling book. Although I have seen the movie {all of them}, I liked the book much better. It had pictures to help me understand alot better. I have read this book and a few books like it but this is my favorite Christmas classic. I liked how Dickens {writer} portrayed how bitter and selfish the main character {Scrooge} was. I really enjoyed this book I have read one of his other books. I most definately give this book what it deserves a definate 5 stars

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