Gilberton Released November 1948

Classics Illustrated #53 Reprint

This page covers the Reprint edition of Classics Illustrated #53, published by Gilberton and released November 1, 1948. The issue is written by Charles Dickens with artwork by Henry Kiefer. Values and details shown here apply specifically to this edition; first-print pricing and the complete cover gallery are on the main issue page.

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Low
$60
Mid
$180
High
$600
Published November 1948
Cover Price $0.15

A Christmas Carol A novel by English author Charles Dickens. The story tells of sour and stingy Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation after the supernatural visits of Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. The book was written and published in early Victorian era Britain when it was experiencing a nostalgic interest in its forgotten Christmas traditions, and at the time when new customs such as the Christmas tree and greeting cards were being introduced. Beautifully illustrated, this classic tale will capture children's interest and spark their imagination inspiring a lifelong love of literature and reading.