A Christmas Carol Isolation quotes and analysis

?
  • Created by: aKayc
  • Created on: 22-02-22 09:32
View mindmap
  • Isolation
    • Solitary as an Oyster
      • Describes Scrooge's state at the start of the book
        • This metaphor shows how scrooge never wished to engage with other people
    • I wish to be left alone
      • Talking to the Gentlemen about charitable giving
        • Scrooge was not interested in continuing the convo, had no wish to help others
    • There he sat, quite alone
      • Belle's husband tells her of how Scrooge is now
        • Scrooge has declined since his youth and has become a twisted character
    • A solitary child
      • Scrooge is alone at school although within reach of other children
        • From the start of his life Scrooge chooses isolation over companionship
    • Scrooge was his sole executer, his sole friend and his sole mourner
      • Relationship with Marley
        • Marley is similar to Scrooge in his lack of friends and companions. Repetition of word sole emphasizes isolation
    • No beggars implored him to bestow a trifle
      • Describes his state at the start of the book
        • Scrooge is well known for all the wrong reasons

Comments

No comments have yet been made

Similar English Literature resources:

See all English Literature resources »See all A Christmas Carol resources »