What proves that the setting of the Christmas carol is in England?

Answer 1

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There are also many good sites on Charles Dickens and his works, one of them being the Wikipedia articles. The Friendly Dickens and Dickens A to Z are both excellent references for this kind of in-depth question.

Answer 2

The names of the characters, the mention of London landmarks like the counting house, and the traditions observed in the story, like roast goose for Christmas dinner, help firmly establish the setting of "A Christmas Carol" in Victorian England. Additionally, the portrayal of social issues and conditions reflective of 19th century England also contribute to this setting.

Answer 3

The venues for some of Scrooges business undertakings i.e. the Corn exchange is in the City of London. Camden Town referred to in the story is also in London and the fact that its referred to as the City of London in Stave one

Answer 4

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Charles Dickens set A Christmas Carol in the city he was from. Thus it probably makes it more evocative and realistic. I don't really understand the question. It isn't 'set' anywhere other than based on what Charles Dickens knew. He didn't go out intending to set it in England, he's English.

Answer 5

It mentioned that they are in the City of London, The Corn exchange is mentioned which is also in London, as is Camden Town

Answer 6

they say shillings instead of money or cash

Answer 7

The English accents prove they are in England.

Mentions of the "Poor and Destitute", "Treadmill and Poor Law".

The money Scrooge has is called a half-crown.

Answer 8

The fact that London is mentioned, the Corn Exchange, Camdon Town where Bob lives are all London areas