The Christmas Books, Volume 1: A Christmas Carol/The Chimes by Charles Dickens, Michael Slater

The Christmas Books, Volume 1: A Christmas Carol/The Chimes

Charles Dickens, Michael Slater

266 pages first pub 1971 (editions)

fiction classics short stories adventurous emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

In October 1843, Dickens hit upon the idea of writing a story that would not only celebrate Christmas but alert people to the desperate needs of England\'s poor. "The Christmas Carol" was the result. "The Chimes" is a topical satire set on New Yea...

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Community Reviews Summary of 56 reviews

Moods

emotional 50%
funny 50%
reflective 50%
adventurous 25%
challenging 25%
dark 25%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 25%
lighthearted 25%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 25%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 33% | Character: 33% | Plot: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | N/A: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

3.87

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