CHARLES DICKENS AS A FOUNDER OF CHRISTMAS GENRE IN BRITISH LITERATURE
Abstract
The Christmas genre was invented by Charles Dickens, who transformed British writing with timeless masterpieces like "A Christmas Carol." His joyful stories, which are rife with themes of forgiveness and salvation, revolutionized Victorian England's holiday customs and have lasting appeal. This abstract investigates Dickens's influence by examining the recurring themes and storytelling devices that characterize his Christmas tales. Dickens left a lasting impression on literature and society by transforming Christmas into a time of giving and kindness via social critique and moral reflection.
Keywords: Christmas, Literature, Genre, Festive, Tradition, Social commentary, Legacy, Influence.
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