How Does Scrooge Change In A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol written by Charles Dickens is a cautionary tale where the main character, Ebenezer Scrooge, changes from a grumpy, reclusive man into a happy and appreciative. His old business partner, Marley, visited Scrooge and informed him that three spirits would visit him. The three spirits: The Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come helped Scrooge realize how cruel he is and transforms him into a cheerful man. A Christmas Carol takes place in London, England during the joyous Christmas season in the Victorian Era (1840s). Ebenezer Scrooge is a cold, mean-spirited and miserly man who is the owner of a London counting-house. “The cold within him froze his old features” (7). “He

The second spirit took him to Bob Cratchit’s Christmas party. At the Cratchit’s, Scrooge notices that even though they do not have the luxury of a big hearty feast, they are still content with what they have. Scrooge wonders if crippled Tiny Tim will survive. The spirit replies that if the shadows remain unaltered, Tiny Tim’s soul will be lost forever. Scrooge’s inquiry about Tiny Tim’s fate shows that Scrooge is becoming more passionate and caring. Scrooge also shows regret after hearing the Ghost quote him, “Scrooge hung his head to hear his own words quoted by the Spirit, and was overcome with penitence and grief” (64). Scrooge’s attitude has changed. Rather than having a negative attitude and being rude, Scrooge is being compassionate and hopes the best for Tiny Tim. “Spirit, conduct me where you will. I went forth last night on compulsion, and I learnt a lesson which is working now. To-night, if you have aught to teach me, let me profit by it” (53). Scrooge said that he learned a lesson from the Ghost of Christmas Present. This shows that Scrooge wants to become a better person, and by looking back on what has happened, he wants to change his ways, deep