when was a christmas carol published

"A Christmas Carol" was published in 1843. It was written by Charles Dickens, who was a British novelist and social critic of the Victorian era. Dickens is known for his vivid characterizations and satirical critiques of society. "A Christmas Carol" tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a bitter and selfish businessman who undergoes a dramatic transformation after being visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve. The book has become a classic of Christmas literature and is considered one of Dickens's most beloved works.