A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

Characters
Ebenezer Scrooge- is the main character of Charles Dickens' novella "A Christmas
Carol." A cold-hearted, lonesome, and miserly old man who hates Christmas and
everything associated with it.
Scrooge is a wealthy but stingy and selfish businessman, and he is notorious for his harsh
treatment of others, particularly his underpaid clerk, Bob Cratchit. Throughout the story,
Scrooge undergoes a profound transformation after being visited by three ghosts on
Christmas Eve: the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and the
Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. These spirits show Scrooge scenes from his own past,
the joyous celebrations of the present, and the potential grim future.

Bob Cratchit- is a significant character in Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." He is an

employee of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and serves as Scrooge's underpaid and
overworked clerk.
Despite Cratchit's challenging working conditions, he is portrayed as a kind, humble, and
devoted family man.

Tiny Tim- is the crippled youngest son of Bob Cratchit. Despite his physical challenges,
Tiny Tim is portrayed as having a positive and optimistic spirit. He embodies the virtues
of innocence, kindness, and gratitude, even in the face of adversity.
Tiny Tim serves as a symbolic figure in the narrative, representing the vulnerable and
marginalized members of society. His character underscores Dickens' social commentary
on the plight of the poor and the need for societal compassion and change.

Jacob Marley- is introduced as the deceased business partner of the protagonist, Ebenezer
Scrooge. Marley plays a crucial role in the story, serving as a ghostly messenger to warn
Scrooge about the consequences of his life choices and to encourage him to change
before it's too late.
Marley wants to warn Scrooge about what would happen to him if he keeps up his greed
and lack of empathy. This is why he is making an appearance. He informs Scrooge that
he is doomed to roam the afterlife bound by the bonds he created during his lifetime.
The Ghost of Christmas Past - the first of the three spirits who visit Scrooge, showing
him scenes from his own past to help him understand the roots of his current behavior.
Through the experiences shared by the Ghost of Christmas Past, Scrooge gains insights
into the origins of his own bitterness, the choices that led him astray, and the lost
opportunities for kindness and compassion.

The Ghost of Christmas Present- is one of the three spirits who visit Ebenezer Scrooge on
Christmas Eve. This spirit represents the present and showcases the joys and celebrations
of the current Christmas season.
The Ghost of Christmas Present plays a crucial role in Scrooge's transformation by
showing him the positive and heartwarming aspects of Christmas, encouraging him to
change his attitudes and actions toward others. It takes Scrooge on a journey to witness
the festive spirit and generosity of people around him, emphasizing the importance of
compassion and connection during the holiday season.

The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come- also known as the Ghost of Christmas Future. The
third and final spirit to visit Scrooge, a silent phantom clad in a hooded black robe. He
presents Scrooge with an ominous view of his lonely death.
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come is the most mysterious and intimidating of the three
spirits in "A Christmas Carol." Its main purpose is to reveal to Scrooge a glimpse of what
might happen in the future if he doesn't change his mean ways. This future is often
portrayed as dark and worrisome.

References: https://www.read.gov/books/pageturner/2003bit37729/#page/16/mode/2up

https://www.sparknotes.com/lit/christmascarol/characters/