Today the Classics Bookclub "meets" at 5 Minutes For Books to discuss A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.
This was (as far as I can remember) the first time I read the book. I'm surprised at how familiar the story was to me and how funny it was, at least to me! I wonder if it because I have seen many movie versions including cartoons and the Muppets.
I found this book much easier to read than other Dickens's books(I have never finished any of his other books). It has helped me to remember, while keeping my focus on the true meaning of Christmas, to also enjoy the simple pleasure of giving to others, the ability to spend time with family and friends and to be content with what I have. It has caused me to think about the "Scrooges" I know and to be more compassionate towards them acknowledging that there may be some deep hurts in their lives.
Stop by 5 Minutes For Books for more thoughts on A Christmas Carol.
3 comments:
I like your take on the Scrooges in your life. Makes me stop and think about the ones in mine. I too had never actually read this book although having seen the plays and movies. I bet there's a lot of us out here.
I enjoyed your review. Thanks.
It really does focus us on the true meaning of Christmas. I've never read any Dickens before this, but I'm so glad that I did!
Yes... I completely agree with your statement:
{{It has caused me to think about the "Scrooges" I know and to be more compassionate towards them acknowledging that there may be some deep hurts in their lives.}}
I too must keep this in mind.
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