(Dickens, “A Christmas Carol”, p.1359, III. 1-7, from “No body” to “dark master!”)
This passage told by the narrator gives an accurate description of the character of Scrooge, through the thoughts and actions of the people around him. This gives the reader an idea of what people expect and feel towards Scrooge. The passage takes place in the second page of Stave One, which sets the stage for why Scro