How Does Scrooge Change In A Christmas Carol

“Spirit, hear me. I am not the man I was...I will honor Christmas in my heart...I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future...I will not shut out the lessons that they teach”. (Scrooge 410) A Christmas Carol , was written in six weeks by Charles Dickens, and was published on December 19, 1843. The Ghost of Christmas Past reminds Ebenezer Scrooge of the emotions that he once experienced. By revisiting his past events he recognizes how his actions negatively impact his present life. The Ghost of Christmas Future threatens Scrooge by showing him his desolate future if he remains cold and heartless. As a result of the visits from the three ghosts, Ebenezer procures his Christmas spirit, changes his overall perspective, and improves his

Scrooge remembers emotions from his earlier years; he recalls what it feels like to be loved and cared for. Tears come to Scrooge’s eyes as he ponders a memory of his sister embracing his younger self. He remembers the tender affection, and the deep connection that they shared. Ebenezer regrets the ways that he cherished money over his dear sister and over Belle, the love of his life. As he watches his younger self, Scrooge recognizes that his business took over his life, resulting in his disconnection with his sister and Belle. Scrooge feels immense pain when watching his juvenile self push his loved ones out of his life; he miserably wishes for a chance to redo his actions. He sees himself laugh and dance and recalls the emotion of happiness. Ebenezer appears to be filled with joy at Fezziwig's Christmas party. Furthermore, he views himself dancing with Belle and wishes for a chance to return to the party. Scrooge yearns for an opportunity to experience feelings of love and belonging rather than

Ebenezer’s future life shows days filled with sadness and loneliness.When taken to see the grave of Tiny Tim, Scrooge appears overwhelmed by the number of people who mourn over Tim’s loss. Scrooge comprehends that losing someone brings significant pain when you take the time to love them. Ebenezer recognizes how much Timothy’s family loved him and that Tim's impending death would bring tremendous sadness to the whole community. He watches people visit and place flowers by Tiny Tim’s grave because they loved his little smile and attitude. Through the Ghost of Christmas Future Ebenezer becomes aware that no one cares for him or even loves him. When villagers hear that Ebenezer Scrooge dies, they start to rejoice. In a like manner, the people who worked for Scrooge became overjoyed and began to rummage through his belongings, selling his things to make money for themselves. Ebenezer hopes to change his future and transform his image into a generous, happy fellow, instead of a grumpy, selfish man who no one