Charles Dickens published A Christmas Carol in 1843, and it remains a defining piece of holiday literature. Almost two centuries later, celebrities from Jim Carrey to Kermit the Frog have helped tell the supernatural fable.
For such an iconic story, however, Dickens spent surprisingly little time crafting it. In this edition of I Never Knew That, editor Tyler examines Dickens’ life while writing A Christmas Carol and why he felt pressured to complete it in less than two months.
If this video puts you in the right spirit, read more about Dickens and his other classic works at Biography.com. Be sure to check out our full catalog of INKT episodes as well, including director James Cameron's “titanic” risk prior to the Avatar movies.
Happy holidays!
Tyler Piccotti joined the Biography.com staff as an Associate News Editor and is now the News and Culture Editor. He previously worked as a reporter and copy editor for a daily newspaper recognized by the Associated Press Sports Editors. In his current role, he shares the true stories behind your favorite movies and TV shows and profiles rising musicians, actors, and athletes. When he's not working, you can find him at the nearest amusement park or movie theater and cheering on his favorite teams.
