The Chimes - A Goblin Story of Some Bells that Rang an Old Year Out and a New Year in

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Set against the backdrop of New Year's Eve, the story follows Trotty, a disheartened working-class man who has lost faith in humanity. His life takes a transformative turn when he is visited by spirits who seek to rekindle his hope and belief in the goodness of people. As the second of Dickens' "Christmas books," this novella explores themes of redemption and the human spirit. The new edition includes an introductory chapter by G. K. Chesterton, enhancing the reader's appreciation of Dickens' enduring legacy as a social critic and storyteller.