j, Thumb book by Charles Dickens

Notes

"The Haunted Man and the Ghost's Bargain," written by Charles Dickens and published in 1848, is a Christmas novella that delves into themes of memory, forgiveness, and redemption. The story revolves around Professor Redlaw, a man tormented by painful memories. He encounters a ghost who offers to erase these memories, but this bargain comes at a cost. As Redlaw and those around him experience the consequences of living without the burdens of past sorrows, Dickens explores the profound impact that memories, even painful ones, have on shaping human compassion and growth. Through its supernatural elements and moral lessons, the novella underscores the importance of reconciliation with the past for personal healing and community harmony.

Description

Mini blue fabric bound book, gold tooling on front and spine, 8 illustrations, good condition.