"Carol"

The “Carol” is a narrative poem written by poet Christina Rossetti, first published in 1862. It tells the story of a young woman receiving a Christmas gift from three men who sing carols outside her window. Over the course of the poem, her initial skepticism turns to joy as she recognizes the gift’s true significance—a reminder of love and compassion during the holiday season. The “Carol” emphasizes themes of kindness, generosity, and the spiritual meaning of Christmas, using gentle language and rhythmic rhyme to evoke warmth and reflection.