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The True Saint Nicholas: Why He Matters To Christmas (2009)

by William J. Bennett(Favorite Author)

3.65 of 5 Votes: 1

ISBN

1416567461 (ISBN13: 9781416567462)

languge

English

genre

History & Biography

publisher

Howard Books

review 1: Interesting and informative. A great quick read.From pg. 114 "Santa Clause is, in a very real sense, the result of a Christ inspired goodness that has rippled across seventeen centuries, from Nicholas's time to our own. Despite secularization and commercialization, Santa Claus is a manifestation of Nicholas's decision to give to others. The history of Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus is a kind of miracle in itself. It is a legacy that resonates with God's love."
review 2: This was a quick & informative read. It is broken up into 3 parts. The first portion discusses the real Nicholas from his youth to his time as bishop of Myra. The second portion discusses how his legend grew. Finally, the last portion (which I thought was most interesting & the reason for wh... moreich I read the book) covers the transformation of St. Nicholas into Santa Claus. The book is only around 100 pages. I thought it would be a nice read for the Christmas season. I couldn't believe that it was available at the library 3 days before Christmas. less

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