The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus

This book, by L. Frank Baum, the author of The Wizard of Oz, tells lesser-known stories about Santa Claus. As a baby, he was found in the Forest of Burzee and cared for by a lioness and a wood nymph. Though mortal, he was raised by immortals of the forest. When he grew up, they encouraged him to leave the forest to experience the hardships of mortality, such as war and poverty. After understanding these issues, he dedicated himself to bringing joy and doing good to mortals.

This magical tale reveals the surprising reasons behind Santa’s toy-making, his nocturnal deliveries, and his use of reindeer for global travel. Captivating for both adults and children, it’s a feel-good story from a master of children’s fantasy, well suited for the winter times leading up to Christmas.