A Christmas Carol: Young Adult (YA) Edition in Accessible English

A Christmas Carol: Young Adult (YA) Edition in Accessible English - Paperback

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A Christmas Carol: Young Adult (YA) Edition in Accessible English
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A Christmas Carol: Young Adult (YA) Edition in Accessible English - Paperback

A Christmas Carol: Young Adult (YA) Edition in Accessible English - Paperback

by Charles Dickens , Daniel K. Fletcher
$13.48
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Book Overview

A Unique Young Adult (YA) Edition of Dickens's A Christmas Carol

  • The first re-telling of Dickens's tale specially crafted for 12-16 year-olds.
  • Keeps the depth of the original story while being easy to follow.
  • Includes a new introduction to explain the context in which the story was written.
  • A great first read for those studying or interested in the Carol.
  • Includes the Carol's original illustrations by John Leech.

This new version of Charles Dickens's classic tale has been carefully, lovingly, and respectfully crafted by the author and academic Dr Daniel K. Fletcher to inspire young readers to immerse themselves in the spirit and imagination of England's greatest-ever writer.

Fletcher's revision is possibly the first Young Adult version of the Carol available on the market. There have been countless children's versions of the Carol released, but these have almost always shortened and simplified the story, removing much of the powerful description and depth of meaning from Dickens's original text. Fletcher's re-telling is aimed at more mature young readers who are ready to begin exploring Dickens's story in all its original complexity.

Fletcher keeps and explores Dickens's key themes of poverty, inequality and personal growth as he works his way through the text, staying true to Dickens's voice and passion for his subject matter. At the same time, Fletcher makes every line as accessible as possible, so that younger readers are supported in rising to understand Dickens's mature ideas. The end result is a highly readable version of a timeless Christmas story, told in twelve easily digestible Parts, in honour of the twelve days of Christmas.

Dr Daniel K. Fletcher holds a PhD in Sociology from Keele University. He is the author of the research monograph, The Cultural Contradictions of Anti-Capitalism, published by Routledge. Alongside his work as a teaching assistant, he continues to write and research independently from Staffordshire, England.
ISBN9798872450436
Author Charles Dickens , Daniel K. Fletcher
PublisherIndependently Published
GenreYoung adult
FormatPaperback
PublishedDecember 2023
LanguageENG- English
Pages182
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceTeens & young adults and Adults
Print SizeStandard Print

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