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Charles Dickens da, con su Cuento de Navidad, forma a nuestras ideas sobre la Navidad. La historia se centra en un solitario avaro, Ebenezer Scrooge, al que una serie de visitantes fantasmales le enseñan el verdadero significado de la festividad y le dan una segunda oportunidad. Una historia plagada de ternura y redención humana.
En el libro no solo se rescatan las tradiciones que llegaron hasta la sociedad victoriana sino que se consolidan las nuevas costumbres que han llegado hasta nuestros días. Centrado en la temática de la navidad, llega más allá de la festividad hasta exponer el espíritu humano y las virtudes fraternales, incluso con aquellos que estaban excluidos de la sociedad, como los pobres.
La prosa de Dickens logra una narración que invita constantemente a tornar la página hasta su tan esperada conclusión. Esta nueva traducción al español actualiza el lenguaje de una obra maestra que desde siempre ha sida apta para todas las edades.
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Charles Dickens was a prominent English novelist and social critic, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers of the Victorian era. Born in Portsmouth in 1812, he experienced a challenging childhood, which greatly influenced his later works. Dickens began his career as a writer and editor, gaining fame with his first novel, "The Pickwick Papers," published in 1836.
His extensive body of work includes classics such as "Oliver Twist," "A Christmas Carol," "David Copperfield," "Great Expectations," and "Bleak House." Dickens's writing is known for its vivid characters, intricate plots, and keen social commentary, often addressing issues such as poverty, child labor, and the injustices of the legal system.
Through his serialized publications, he captivated a wide audience and highlighted the struggles of the working class. Dickens's ability to blend humor with pathos makes his stories enduringly popular. He remains a significant figure in literature, with his works continuing to be studied and adapted for various media.
