A new, unabridged reading of the Charles Dickens classic featuring the sonorous and expressive voice of Tom Baker (Doctor Who). Ebenezer Scrooge refuses to accept that Christmas is a time for peace and goodwill to all men. Those less fortunate than him are charitable, but Scrooge remains set in his curmudgeonly ways. One Christmas Eve, however, his outlook begins to change with a visit from the ghost of his deceased business partner, Jacob Marley. Marley's ghost forewarns Scrooge of three other spirits who will come to haunt him that night--the ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Yet to Come. Accompanied by these, Scrooge is granted first a glimpse of his own past and then an insight into the home life of his poor yet loyal clerk, Bob Cratchit. Scrooge looks on with something approaching pity as the Cratchits, gather around a paltry table to celebrate the festive season. Is the sight of others' hardships, coupled with a dark vision of what the future may hold, enough to make Scrooge see the folly of his ways?
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"This volume is a distinguished addition to a superb series." -- Michael Slater, Birkbeck College, University of London
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Marley was dead: to begin with. There is no doubt whatever about that. The register of his burial was signed by the clergyman, the clerk, the undertaker, and the chief mourner. Scrooge signed it: and Scrooge's name was good upon 'Change, for anything he chose to put his hand to. Old Marley was as dead as a door-nail.
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55 of 55 people found the following review helpful
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A Christmas Carol is the classic story of how a bitter miser called Ebenezer Scrooge gets re-habilitated after being visited by three ghosts. The Ghosts' of Christmas Past, Present and Future show him visions of his life and of his influence on the lives of others. On seeing things as they truly are Scrooge changes his whole outlook on the world.
The first time I came across this book it was a bridged version meant for children and as I got older I read the full story. It was the first Dickens book I read and I'm glad to say it wasn't the last. I never get tired of this story. I read it every Christmas and even though it has been thirty years since I first read it, Christmas Eve wouldn't be the same without this little indulgence.
You may think that because you have seen one of the numerous adaptations of this story that it doesn't really matter if you read the original. Don't make that mistake I beg you; this is one treat you shouldn't miss.
The first time I came across this book it was a bridged version meant for children and as I got older I read the full story. It was the first Dickens book I read and I'm glad to say it wasn't the last. I never get tired of this story. I read it every Christmas and even though it has been thirty years since I first read it, Christmas Eve wouldn't be the same without this little indulgence.
You may think that because you have seen one of the numerous adaptations of this story that it doesn't really matter if you read the original. Don't make that mistake I beg you; this is one treat you shouldn't miss.
55 of 58 people found the following review helpful
By Jon Shipton
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If you have never read 'A Christmas Carol' by Charles Dickens, this would be an excellent introduction to a timeless story.
If you already own any copy of the book, add this one too. As it is probably one of the most sumptious copies around. Thick glossy pages and beautiful illustrations, make this a joy for years to come!
I collect different print versions of Dickens' books, and this without a doubt is one of the lovliest I have ever seen.
Get it and make it part of your holiday season.
If you already own any copy of the book, add this one too. As it is probably one of the most sumptious copies around. Thick glossy pages and beautiful illustrations, make this a joy for years to come!
I collect different print versions of Dickens' books, and this without a doubt is one of the lovliest I have ever seen.
Get it and make it part of your holiday season.
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By Tony Jones
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A quick look for any Victorian novelist will quickly show that there are any number of versions of the classics available to suit any budget. As they all tell the same story in (mostly) the same words why wouldn't you just buy the cheapest? The answer is in editions like this one.
For a still very reasonable price you get a well made hardback that sits well when you read it and has great illustrations. As a way to get younger children engaged with a great author and a great story this is very effective (thought the Muppets get close as well!)
Highly recommended
For a still very reasonable price you get a well made hardback that sits well when you read it and has great illustrations. As a way to get younger children engaged with a great author and a great story this is very effective (thought the Muppets get close as well!)
Highly recommended
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Classic
What can you say about a Book that is just a Classic. Better than all the trash that one sees
Published 2 days ago by Richard Agar
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Simply the best
Dickens at his best.
Should be compulsory for kids at school, a great read and one that I read over and over again.
Should be compulsory for kids at school, a great read and one that I read over and over again.
Published 2 days ago by minimo
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The classics are the best!
The was a very good book to read. I sat and read it at night and I thought it was brilliant. I would really recommend this book.
Published 5 days ago by H Hamilton
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Book
It's a classic tale what more is there to say about it except now in electronic form and paper form.
Published 6 days ago by John Fulton
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Ok
It's alright not very humorous and quite sad really so I would`t recommend it to young children
under the age of 6
under the age of 6
Published 12 days ago by Fiona Stott
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Humbug
The book wasnt humbug of course, it was the greatest Christmas story ever and i loved it. An old favourite but never out of date.
Published 14 days ago by Katz
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Hmm, yes, what?
Aaah, yes, well, aaah, it's aaaah Tom Baker reading A Christmas Carol and it's as delicious as you might expect, aaah. Read more
Published 16 days ago by Stuart Burns
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An excellent read
Having just purchased a kindle fire I decided to revisit some old classics and was delighted to find so many free books. Read more
Published 21 days ago by bobbigyp
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A great story, and a great audiobook.
For the sake of clarity (since Amazon continues to muddle up reviews of paper books, kindle stuff, and audio books) I should state that this review refers to Tom Baker Reads A... Read more
Published 21 days ago by J. Scott
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couldn't finish it
We all know the story, seen the films hundreds of times but just could not read old English. Wouldn't recommend it.
Published 21 days ago by Lorraine Glover
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