Written in the mid-19th century, "A Christmas Carol" was first published in 1843 and quickly became one of Dickens's most famous works. The manuscript contains Dickens's handwritten text, including revisions, corrections, and annotations, which offer a glimpse into the author's thoughts and intentions as he crafted the story.The Morgan Library & Museum occasionally displays the original manuscript to the public as part of special exhibitions. However, for those unable to visit in person, digital reproductions and facsimiles of the manuscript may be available in certain editions of the book or through online archives and resources dedicated to Charles Dickens's works.