A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is presented in this exquisite collector’s edition published by Bodleian Library in October 2023. This 168-page volume features stunning illustrations that enhance the timeless narrative of Dickens’s holiday tale, showcasing scenes such as Marley’s ghost and the festive celebrations of Mr. and Mrs. Fezziwig. The edition highlights Arthur Rackham’s color wash drawings and silhouettes, which were originally published during the First World War, adding a unique atmosphere to the story.
Readers will find a beautifully illustrated retelling of a classic that explores themes of redemption and the spirit of the holidays. This edition not only celebrates the narrative but also reflects the evolution of book illustration during a significant period in literary history. With its focus on ghostly encounters and holiday traditions, this version of A Christmas Carol remains a relevant and cherished story for contemporary audiences.
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An exquisitely illustrated, luxury collector’s edition of Dicken’s holiday tale.
This beautiful edition of Charles Dickens’s perennial seasonal favorite offers exquisite illustrations of Marley’s ghost, Bob Cratchit’s slide down icy Cornhill, Mr. and Mrs. Fezziwig’s dance, and Ebenezer Scrooge himself. Arthur Rackham’s color wash drawings and silhouettes, first published during the First World War, bring a threatening and haunting atmosphere to Scrooge’s ghostly story. Rackham was a leading illustrator in the golden age of book illustration when groundbreaking techniques for color printing were developing fast. He illustrated over sixty books and specialized in children’s classics and fairy tales.
This landmark edition of A Christmas Carol helped to consolidate the idea of the Dickensian Christmas and the tradition of the Christmas gift book. It is a beautiful version of a classic story, which never ceases to be relevant to our times.
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