The Man Who Invented Christmas: How Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol Rescued His Career and Revived Our Holiday Spirits
The Man Who Invented Christmas: How Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol Rescued His Career and Revived Our Holiday Spirits
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2008
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2008241
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
England • 1840s
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Man Who Invented Christmas: How Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol Rescued His Career and Revived Our Holiday Spirits by Les Standiford explores how Charles Dickens, facing personal and financial struggles, wrote "A Christmas Carol." This novella not only revitalized Dickens's career but also influenced the way Christmas is celebrated, emphasizing themes of generosity and compassion.
Nostalgic
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Informative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Les Standiford's The Man Who Invented Christmas offers a compelling narrative on how A Christmas Carol revitalized Dickens's career and influenced holiday traditions. Readers praise its engaging storytelling and historical insights, though some find it lacking in depth. Overall, it's an enjoyable and informative read for both Dickens enthusiasts and casual readers.
Who Should Read The Man Who Invented Christmas: How Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol Rescued His Career and Revived Our Holiday Spirits?
Fans of The Man Who Invented Christmas by Les Standiford likely enjoy history, literature, and holiday traditions. Similar readers might appreciate The Christmas Chronicles by Nigel Slater for its blend of festive history and narrative or A Christmas Carol itself for its classic influence.
4,537 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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241
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
England • 1840s
2008
Adult
18+ years
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