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How does "Mr. Timothy" compare to "The Legend of Decimus Croome: A Halloween Carol?" I love reading rewritten versions of classic novels. Occasionally they're flops, but often they turn out to be almost as good as the original and, on very rare occasions, even better.

Molly They are both incredible books. Anyone who enjoys Charles Dickens in general and "A Christmas Carol" specifically should add these two books to your r…moreThey are both incredible books. Anyone who enjoys Charles Dickens in general and "A Christmas Carol" specifically should add these two books to your reading list. It is so much fun to read contemporary versions of Charles Dickens and see how the authors' writing styles compare.(less)

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How does he see his uncle Ebenezer?

Cecilia Rodriguez As a miser, and as a "crutch." Timothy hates himself for needing financial support from Uncle N. He also sees Scrooge as an old man near the end of hi…moreAs a miser, and as a "crutch." Timothy hates himself for needing financial support from Uncle N. He also sees Scrooge as an old man near the end of his life.(less)

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What does Mr. Timothy write letters to his father for?

Cecilia Rodriguez This is actually very sound grief therapy. Writing thoughts down helps to resolve issues that were not addressed while the person was alive. It is mor…moreThis is actually very sound grief therapy. Writing thoughts down helps to resolve issues that were not addressed while the person was alive. It is more for the living, than for the dead. (less)

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