{"product_id":"a-christmas-carol-16","title":"A Christmas carol by Charles Dickens","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"771\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eBook Summary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"56\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"75\"\u003eA Christmas Carol\u003c\/em\u003e is a classic novella that tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly and cold-hearted old man who despises Christmas and cares only for money. On Christmas Eve, he is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley, followed by three spirits—the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. These supernatural visitors show Scrooge scenes from his own life, the joy and struggles of others, and a grim future shaped by his greed and isolation. Deeply shaken by what he sees, Scrooge undergoes a powerful transformation, becoming generous, kind, and full of festive spirit. The story emphasizes themes of redemption, compassion, and the importance of human connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"1489\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eCharles Dickens (1812–1870) was a renowned English novelist and social critic, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers of the Victorian era. His works often highlight the struggles of the poor, social injustice, and the hardships of urban life in industrial England. Dickens wrote many famous novels, including \u003cem data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eOliver Twist\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eDavid Copperfield\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eGreat Expectations\u003c\/em\u003e. He was known for his vivid characters, strong storytelling, and ability to blend humor with serious social commentary. \u003cem data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eA Christmas Carol\u003c\/em\u003e remains one of his most beloved works, helping to shape modern Christmas traditions and promoting messages of generosity and goodwill.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45593637323009,"sku":"31QYX28LD-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/WhatsApp_Image_2025-01-28_at_4.40.38_PM.jpg?v=1738062667","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/a-christmas-carol-16","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}