Quote by Charles Dickens
'Out upon merry Christmas What's Christmas time to you but a time for paying bills without money a time for finding yourself a year older, but not an hour richer... If I could work my will,' said Scrooge indignantly, 'every idiot who goes about with 'Merry Christmas' upon his lips should be boiled with his won pudding, and buried with a stake of holly through his heart. He should'
Summary
This quote is from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol and it reflects the bitter perspective of the main character, Ebenezer Scrooge, towards Christmas. Scrooge dismisses the joy and happiness associated with the holiday, criticizing it as a time when financial responsibilities become overwhelming and reminding him of his own age. His frustration and resentment are clear as he expresses a desire to punish those who embrace the Christmas spirit. This quote serves as a representation of Scrooge's miserly nature and highlights his eventual transformation throughout the story.
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