The Saga of Belsnickel: A Yule Time Christmas Story

by Timothy Spradlin, Christopher Wescott (Editor)

Overview

A story about the origin of Christmas: the Year is 1103. Little Ulvie's father, Thorulf, has been called to fight in King Sigurd's Crusade leaving him and his mother, Gisela, alone in the Thuringia forest. Gisela worries about how she and Ulvie will survive in the months and possibly years ahead. The Thurinickel Gnomes come to their aid and discover that the child has remarkable talents. Ulvie befriends twin reindeer fawns who soon find they have the ability to fly. With their newfound skills, the three embark on many adventures in the Thuringia Forest. Unfortunately, these adventures also lead the trio into much trouble. The gnomes, along with the wise Nicholas Klaus, devise a plan to hide Ulvie's abilities from the realm of men. Klaus has a plan for Ulvie and the twins that would bring children joy during the Yule season. Little did Ulvie and the twins know that they would help transform the season and usher in a new holiday called Christmas.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940163071487
Publisher:	Timothy Paul Spradlin
Publication date:	06/15/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	355 KB

About the Author

Timothy (Tim) Paul Spradlin is a prolific storyteller and an enthusiast of Christmas and history. In his book ‘The Saga of Belsnickel, A Yule Time Christmas Story’ he blends the origins of Yule with the Traditions of Christmas to bring about a whole new holiday tale.
As a US Army Veteran, Tim spent over four years deployed to Bosnia and Iraq. As a result, he brings a unique perspective on what it means to be alone during the holidays and the joy of reuniting with loved ones.
These experiences aid in his writing style and help the reader feel what it means to have the comfort of family, the support of friends, and the peace one feels to be home for the holidays.