Les Standiford
The Man Who Invented Christmas: How Charles Dickens's a Christmas Carol Rescued His Career and Revived Our Holiday...
- ISBN 13:
- 9780307405791
- author:
- Les Standiford
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Broadway Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 14.5 x 1.5 x 19.3 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Countries & Regions, Les Standiford,The Man Who Invented Christmas: How Charles Dickens's a Christmas Carol Rescued His Career and Revived Our Holiday Spirits,Broadway Books,0307405796,European - English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol was written in desperation, but it became a sensation. In 1843, Dickens was struggling to pay his debts, and his publisher rejected his latest book. Undeterred, he self-published A Christmas Carol, hoping it would save his career. The book's impact was immediate and profound, breathing new life into a holiday that had fallen out of favor. Dickens's story is one of revival and renewal, set against the backdrop of Victorian England. With warmth and wit, Les Standiford explores the circumstances that led to the creation of this beloved tale, and how it continues to inspire and appeal to readers today. This book is a rich and satisfying read, offering a unique perspective on the origins of a holiday that has become an integral part of our cultural heritage.