The Autobiography of Santa Claus

by Jeff Guinn Narrated by John H. Mayer

Overview

"You're right to believe in me," Saint Nicolas assures us.

Old St. Nick, Santa Claus himself, reveals the definitive story, through seventeen centuries of Christmas lore, of how he came to be known as the all-knowing, all gift-giving man from the North Pole!

Listen as this enchanting holiday treasure recalls Santa's quest for universal gift-giving, spreading his message of kindness to countless others so they, too, could share his belief in the goodness of giving! Children, parents and entire families will delight in each entertaining chapter of this holiday classic-one for each cold December night leading up to Christmas!

Editorial Reviews

For seven centuries, Mr. Claus toiled in his toy workshop, never succumbing to unceasing publisher requests for a potboiler celebrity autobiography. Steadfastly refusing offers from ghostwriters and co-opted Santa's helpers, he pressed on with his selfless holiday mission. Eventually, though, silver-haired Saint Nick realized that his story of ceaseless generosity might itself be a good deed, an inspiration to others. The Autobiography of Santa Claus confirms our best thoughts about a well-traveled fellow who continues to resist low-carb diets.

From the Publisher

THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF SANTA CLAUS:

"A book that deserves classic status."
—The Dallas Morning News

"Delightful."
—Memphis Commercial Appeal

"Charming."
—The Kansas City Star

"The Autobiography of Santa Claus is a great tale with an intriguing premise. It is a heartwarming and fun Christmas read."
—Squeaky-Clean Reviews

"This Christmas tale combines solid historical fact with a fun, enchanting story that will make anyone a believer in Santa Claus. It's a great book for children who are questioning the existing of Santa Claus and teaches all readers, big and small, the real meaning of Christmas."
—The Examiner


THE GREAT SANTA SEARCH:

"Guinn's clever premise draws on the historical roots of the commercialization of Christmas, and his Santa, who narrates, is sanguine when faced with the prospect of facing off against street corner Santas."
—PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

"I've read the two earlier books by Mr. Guinn (THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF SANTA CLAUS and HOW MRS. CLAUS SAVED CHRISTMAS), but I felt this one was the best. This was such a fun book to read. While the earlier books were based more on events in history, this one is set in the present. There were so many references to things common to us now - PlayStation 3, CD burners, MP3 players and iPods. Oprah and Randy, Paula and Simon from American Idol made guest appearances. It was fun to see Santa adapt to the 21st century!"
—Lynne's Little Corner of the World


HOW MRS. CLAUS SAVED CHRISTMAS:

"A humorous, well-written historical romp."
—Atlanta Women

"Rich in Christmas-y detail."
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram

"Both educational and amusing."
—Library Journal

THE CHRISTMAS CHRONICLES (all three novels in one volume):

"This elegant paperback volume makes for a delightful holiday gift for just about anyone on your Christmas shopping list. Whether it’s reading through 17 centuries of Santa’s autobiography peppered with Christmas magic, discovering how Mrs. Claus and a group of people saved Christmas from being extinct or hopping onto a sleigh ride ‘through the history of Christmas in America’, reading the book will bring Santa’s infectious good cheer into your Yuletide festivities."
—Time Out

"All three books are excellent volumes and well worth sharing with your children. In fact, Guinn cleverly separates each book into 24 chapters, allowing parents who are so inclined to read them to their children one chapter at a time, beginning on December 1 and finishing on Christmas Eve. I dearly love these books."
—Evertime Realms

Product Details

BN ID:	2940169076196
Publisher:	Listen & Live Audio, Inc.
Publication date:	01/01/2004
Edition description:	Unabridged

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