Scrooge and his experiences with the ghosts and his feelings about the Cratchits are both driven by the concept of empathy, and it is this feeling of empathy that would inspire readers for years to come. The lasting impact of A Christmas Carol is widespread and unparalleled, as it has shaped the modern meaning of Christmas and all of society’s Christmas traditions. But the most meaningful impact the novel has had on society is the conflation of Christmas with charitable giving. Dickens’ belief in social justice as depicted in the novel was credited with inspiring an outpouring of charitable deeds during his time, as well as a revival of the Christmas spirit that is still evident today. The story of the redemption of Ebenezer Scrooge is one
