Illustrated by one of today's most popular artists, Quentin Blake's edition of "A Christmas Carol" is a beautiful version of the timeless Christmas classic. "A Christmas Carol" is the book that defines the Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly curmudgeon, is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve. The ghosts show Scrooge the true value of Christmas: charity, goodwill, and love for his fellow man. Quentin Blake's colorful illustrations guide the reader through Scrooge's vibrant journey to find the meaning of Christmas. This complete edition includes a foreword by the illustrator.