"A Christmas Carol" is a classic tale of redemption and transformation, centered around the character of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly and stingy businessman. On Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of three spirits who will show him the past, present, and future, and the consequences of his actions. The story explores themes of regret, forgiveness, and the power of love to overcome even the darkest of circumstances.