{"product_id":"9781907326103","title":"A Christmas Carol The Festive Classic (Deluxe Hardback Edition)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCapstone Classics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch1\u003eA Christmas Carol\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Festive Classic (Deluxe Hardback Edition)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharles Dickens | Tom Butler-Bowdon\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eFiction \/ Classics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA timeless tale of redemption and the spirit of Christmas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Christmas Carol\u003c\/i\u003e, Charles Dickens' beloved novella, captures the essence of the festive season and the transformative power of kindness and compassion. Written in 1843, this classic story has become synonymous with Christmas and continues to resonate with readers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet in Victorian London, \u003ci\u003eA Christmas Carol\u003c\/i\u003e follows the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Through these supernatural encounters, Scrooge is forced to confront his own selfishness and the impact of his actions on others. The novella explores themes of generosity, forgiveness, and the importance of human connection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDickens' vivid portrayal of the bustling streets of London and the stark contrast between wealth and poverty serves as a powerful social commentary on the inequalities of the time. The story's enduring appeal lies in its universal message of hope and the possibility of change, making it a perfect read for the festive season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDespite being published over 180 years ago,\u003ci\u003e A Christmas Carol \u003c\/i\u003eremains relevant today, reminding us of the importance of empathy and the joy that comes from helping others. It's perfect for fans of classic literature and those seeking a heartwarming tale to celebrate the spirit of Christmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharles Dickens\u003c\/b\u003e (b. 1812) was a British author, journalist, and social commentator who wrote the beloved classics \u003ci\u003eOliver Twist\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eGreat Expectations\u003c\/i\u003e. His books were first published in monthly serial installments, which became a lucrative source of income following a childhood of abject poverty. His 15 novels, in their stark portraits of poor and working class people in the Victorian era, helped to bring about social change. Dickens died in June, 1870 at age 58, and is remembered as one of the most important and influential writers of the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTom Butler-Bowdon\u003c\/b\u003e is editor of the Capstone Classics series and has written introductions to \u003ci\u003ePlato's Republic\u003c\/i\u003e, Epictetus's \u003ci\u003eDiscourses\u003c\/i\u003e, Machiavelli's \u003ci\u003eThe Prince\u003c\/i\u003e, and Adam Smith's \u003ci\u003eWealth of Nations\u003c\/i\u003e. A graduate of the London School of Economics, he is also the author of \u003ci\u003e50 Philosophy Classics\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e50 Politics Classics\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003e50 Psychology Classics\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ewww.butler-bowdon.com\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 November 2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapstone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781907326103\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e384\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44352065732748,"sku":"9781907326103","price":17.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9781907326103_e9fd7047-adab-41d7-aa5b-20ef1b02972c.jpg?v=1780178939","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9781907326103","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}