Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus is a classic children's book written by L. Frank Baum, the author of The Wizard of Oz. The book tells the story of Santa Claus, from his humble beginnings as an orphaned child raised by woodland creatures, to his eventual rise as the beloved gift-giver of Christmas. Along the way, readers are introduced to a host of fantastical characters, including the immortal beings known as the Awgwas, the fairy queen Lurline, and the enigmatic Master Woodsman of the World. Baum weaves a charming tale of magic and wonder, exploring the origins of many of the beloved Christmas traditions we know today. With its vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus is a timeless holiday classic that will delight readers of all ages.And thus for a moment they remained, the nymphs filled with surprise and consternation, but the brow of the Master Woodsman gradually clearing as he gazed intently upon the beautiful immortal who had wilfully broken the Law. Then the great Ak, to the wonder of all, laid his hand softly on Necile's flowing locks and kissed her on her fair forehead.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
