{"product_id":"the-life-and-adventures-of-santa-claus-paperback-1","title":"The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eL. Frank Baum\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e (Contribution by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Life and Adventures of Santa Claus\u003c\/i\u003e (1902) is a children's book by L. Frank Baum. Although less popular than his influential \u003ci\u003eWizard of Oz\u003c\/i\u003e series--fourteen novels that inspired the classic 1939 film--\u003ci\u003eThe Life and Adventures of Santa Claus\u003c\/i\u003e has been adapted as a graphic novel and into multiple animated films. A sequel short story, \"A Kidnapped Santa Claus,\" appeared in 1904.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovered as a baby in the Forest of Burzee by Ak, the Master Woodsman of the World, Santa Claus is taken to be raised by Necile the Wood Nymph. After a peaceful childhood, Claus is introduced to human society. Horrified by the brutality and poverty of everyday life, Claus begins making toys in the Laughing Valley of Hohaho, eventually enlisting the help of the local Ryls in painting his elaborate carvings. As his toys gain in popularity, the evil Awgwas hatch a plan to steal them. Determined to bring joy to the children of the world, however, Claus never gives up on his plan to deliver his gifts. To help expand his operation, Claus employs two willing deer, who can help on only one night each year. Settling on Christmas Eve, they prepare for their very first journey.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilled with rich, detailed layers of fantasy from the mind of L. Frank Baum, \u003ci\u003eThe Life and Adventures of Santa Claus\u003c\/i\u003e is a unique take on a timeless story of love and generosity. Long overshadowed by the \u003ci\u003eWizard of Oz\u003c\/i\u003e series, Baum's children's book is required reading for those who refuse to let life lose its flavor of fantasy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of L. Frank Baum's \u003ci\u003eThe Life and Adventures of Santa Claus\u003c\/i\u003e is a classic of children's literature reimagined for modern readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a baby, Santa Claus is found by the Master Woodsman of the World. Raised by Necile the Wood Nymph, Claus eventually encounters human society. Horrified by the poverty and brutality of everyday life, Claus begins making toys for children all over the world. \u003ci\u003eThe Life and Adventures of Santa Claus\u003c\/i\u003e is a children's book by L. Frank Baum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.24 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 09, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Life and Adventures of Santa Claus\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle Grades, 4-8\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\u003c\/div\u003e\n                ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42100088111239,"sku":"9781513278278","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/309aacc12f870b1bd9155618b1774d8b.webp?v=1732380816","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/the-life-and-adventures-of-santa-claus-paperback-1","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}