Play : A Christmas Carol

Based on the Novel by Charles Dickens

?A Christmas Carol? by Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens, a master of blending realism and idealism in his works, possessed extraordinary qualities that shine through in his storytelling. Despite the hardships of his boyhood, Dickens held a deep affection for Christmas.

His first formal expression of his Christmas sentiments began with "A Christmas Carol." The book was an immediate success, with Thackeray describing it as "a national benefit and a personal kindness.“

Illustrated by John Leech, whose lively drawings brought the characters to life, "A Christmas Carol" was followed by four more books: "The Chimes," "The Cricket on the Hearth," "The Battle of Life," and "The Haunted Man."

These five books are collectively known today as the "Christmas Books."

Among them, "A Christmas Carol" is the most well-known and beloved, perfectly capturing Dickens's warm holiday spirit.

? Play : A Christmas Carol? by HEEUN YUN

Now, we introduce a special children's adaptation of "A Christmas Carol." This work was written by HEEUN YUN, who was born in Korea and spent over 30 years teaching humanities?including history, literature, philosophy, art, and debate?at Seoul Foreign Language High School.

YUN, inspired by his students, is also a poet who admires Pablo Neruda, Marc Bloch, Spinoza, Nietzsche, Hesse, and Chagall.

YUN's "Play : Christmas Carol" faithfully follows Dickens's original while being reimagined to be easily understood and enjoyed by readers.

This play conveys Dickens's warm Christmas spirit and teaches children the importance of friendship, love, and hope.

Introduction
Prologue
Characters
Act 1, Scene 1
Act 1, Scene 2
Act 2, Scene 1
Act 2, Scene 2
Act 3, Scene 1
Act 3, Scene 2
Act 4, Scene 1
Act 4, Scene 2
Act 5, Scene 1