In this class we will read and discuss one of the most famous and iconic stories of all time, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. We will begin by placing the story in its historical context before each week discussing character. theme and plot.  This is a discussion-based course with lots of student interaction and comments.  Many people are familiar with the story from the many film and TV adaptations (which we will also discuss), but how many of us have read the original tale?  Let's put...