PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION
Scrooge is depicted as reflecting on his life and actions, particularly his avarice and hard dealing, suggesting a potential for personal transformation and remorse. Evidence includes his internal dialogue and interactions with the Spirit, indicating a shift in perspective.
SCROOGE
He thought, if this man could be raised up now, what would be his foremost thoughts? Avarice, hard dealing, griping cares? They have brought him to a rich end, truly! 'Spirit!' he said, 'this is a fearful place. In leaving it, I shall not leave its lesson, trust me. Let us go!' 'I understand you,' Scrooge returned, 'and I would do it if I could. But I have not the power, Spirit. I have not the power.' 'Let me see some tenderness connected with a death,' said Scrooge; 'or that dark chamber, Spirit, which we left just now, will be for ever present to me.'