Charles Dickens with Stephen Skelton

Standard Publishing,  September 2009

"We heartily recommend this little volume
as an amusing companion, and a wholesome monitor,
to all who would enjoy in truth and in spirit
'A merry Christmas and a happy New Year.'"
--Charles Mackay, Morning Chronicle, December 19, 1843

Since its publication in 1843, the tale of a miserly old man and the ghosts who visit him has been bringing the true spirit of Christmas into hearts and homes. Whether you've read the story a thousand times or have only seen the movie, A Christmas Carol Special Edition will enrich your enjoyment of this holiday favorite with:

• The complete text of the Charles Dickens classic.
• Annotations offering interesting insight into the story's biblical allusions, the author's faith, and compelling Christian themes throughout.
• Discussion questions designed to engage and promote dialogue among readers of all ages on such subjects as regret, repentance, and redemption.
• A list of related resources to enhance your study.

Enjoy A Christmas Carol Special Edition in your home, study group, book group, or Advent celebration and learn how to say with Scrooge:

"I will honour Christmas in my heart,
and try to keep it all the year."