by the story A Christmas Carol...
The title of Charles Dickens's first annual Christmas story was "A Christmas Carol." It was published in 1843 and became one of his most famous and enduring works, shaping many Christmas traditions that are still observed today.
They are still printing today!
Its similar to "twenty questions" we have today
The first printing of "A Christmas Carol" in 1843 was a commercial success, selling out by Christmas Eve. It received positive reviews from critics and readers alike. The book's popularity contributed to the revival of Christmas traditions and helped shape the way we celebrate the holiday today.
The concept of Christmas came about because many of the Americans of today had their roots in Europe, and naturally they brought their traditions with them.
Its a timeless story whose underlying story is still relevant today . It message was to care for others and keep the spirit of christmas in ones heart all through the year not just for 12 days
It was written in Victorian English which is very similar to that spoken today
The twelve days in the song are the twelve days starting Christmas Day (December 25) or in some traditions, the day after Christmas (December 26)
Its underlying theme is insight in to the depth of poverty and derivation at the time. Many were out of work, the poor because of a lack of work were punished often because they could not pay their bills or as a last resort would enter the work houses where they were treated with disgust. Dickens highlights the level of want and even worse ignorance by the rich and wealthy of the time
Many people have adapted the narrative story A Christmas Carol to scripts. Adaptations began immediately upon the story's publication and continue through today, so there's no way of even estimating the number of writers who's adapted it.
how do shinnecocks keep their traditions today