A Christmas Carol; The Cricket On The Hearth

A Christmas Carol; The Cricket On The Hearth

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Charles Dickens
Binding: Hardback
Published: Octopus, 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This collection presents two beloved Victorian novellas by Charles Dickens, each a testament to the author's enduring genius. A Christmas Carol chronicles the transformative journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man confronted by spectral visitors who reveal the true meaning of generosity and compassion. Its companion, The Cricket On The Hearth, illustrates the quiet joys and challenges of domestic life, weaving a tale of love, loyalty, and the comforting illusions that sustain us. Both works offer poignant social commentary alongside their heartwarming narratives, capturing the spirit of the holiday season and the complexities of human nature with Dickens' signature blend of wit and pathos. This edition provides a timeless escape into the moral landscapes and vivid characters that define classic English literature.

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Description

Author: Charles Dickens
Binding: Hardback
Published: Octopus, 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This collection presents two beloved Victorian novellas by Charles Dickens, each a testament to the author's enduring genius. A Christmas Carol chronicles the transformative journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man confronted by spectral visitors who reveal the true meaning of generosity and compassion. Its companion, The Cricket On The Hearth, illustrates the quiet joys and challenges of domestic life, weaving a tale of love, loyalty, and the comforting illusions that sustain us. Both works offer poignant social commentary alongside their heartwarming narratives, capturing the spirit of the holiday season and the complexities of human nature with Dickens' signature blend of wit and pathos. This edition provides a timeless escape into the moral landscapes and vivid characters that define classic English literature.