Origins And Legends Of Father Christmas
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Origins And Legends Of Father Christmas
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Author : Tim Merck
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2000
Origins And Legends Of Father Christmas written by Tim Merck and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Christmas categories.
Origins And Legends Of Father Christmas
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Author : Old World Christmas
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2000
Origins And Legends Of Father Christmas written by Old World Christmas and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Religion categories.
Santa Claus Myths Legends History
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Author : Kiv Books
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2021-10-19
Santa Claus Myths Legends History written by Kiv Books and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-10-19 with categories.
Do you love Santa Claus? If you're like most people, you probably do because Santa Claus is the face of Christmas for many of us. Have you ever wondered how Santa Claus came to be? Would you like to know more about Santa Claus? If so, then keep reading, because this is the book for you. Christmas is arguably the most popular and loved holiday. It is often a time of reunion for many families, a time to relive old memories and create new ones. Yet, as the culture around the holiday changes, the Legend of Santa Claus is the one thing that has remained constant. There is no doubt that Santa Claus is the face of Christmas. With a thick white beard and a red and white suit, the man riding a sleigh pulled by reindeers has become the embodiment of the Christmas spirit. Yet, how he came to be is a mystery to many. If you have always asked yourself the following questions: Who is Santa Claus? How did Santa Claus come to be? What is the history behind Santa Claus? From where did the legend of Santa Claus come? And many more, Keep reading: This book will cover: The myths and legends surrounding Santa Claus. The origins of Santa Claus as father Christmas How Santa Claus has evolved over the years And so much, much more. With that in mind, let's get started with this fun, fascinating journey into "Father Christmas's" life!
Santa Claus Last Of The Wild Men
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Author : Phyllis Siefker
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2006-11-27
Santa Claus Last Of The Wild Men written by Phyllis Siefker and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-11-27 with Social Science categories.
Much of the modern-day vision of Santa Claus is owed to the Clement Moore poem "The Night Before Christmas." His description of Saint Nicholas personified the "jolly old elf" known to millions of children throughout the world. However, far from being the offshoot of Saint Nicholas of Turkey, Santa Claus is the last of a long line of what scholars call "Wild Men" who were worshipped in ancient European fertility rites and came to America through Pennsylvania's Germans. This pagan creature is described from prehistoric times through his various forms--Robin Hood, The Fool, Harlequin, Satan and Robin Goodfellow--into today's carnival and Christmas scenes. In this thoroughly researched work, the origins of Santa Claus are found to stretch back over 50,000 years, jolting the foundation of Christian myths about the jolly old elf.
The True Story Of Santa Claus
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Author : Janet Giovanelli
language : en
Publisher: Centennial Books
Release Date : 2020-10-13
The True Story Of Santa Claus written by Janet Giovanelli and has been published by Centennial Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-10-13 with Religion categories.
He's a symbol of hope and hapiness, of generosity and benevolence. Santa Clause is simply one of the most beloved legends ever embraced. The Story of Santa explores the history of Father Christmas. Who is he, really? Where did he come from? (His origins may surprise you!) Why does he fulfill our wishes? And what can we learn from him? He's become a ubiquitous figure during the Christmas season with his white beard, red suit, and prominent belly, but just how much do those celebrating the happy holiday really know about Santa Claus? Here is the whole story from the beginning—including the pre-Santas like Sinterklaas, Father Christmas, and of course, St. Nicholas. This beautifully illustrated book celebrates all things Santa ranging from the much-loved poem "The Night Before Christmas" to the songs, movies, images, and stories that are loved by both young and old. Along the way, it explores the favorite stories that have sprung up around him, including Santa’s elves, his workshop, Santa’s beloved reindeer and the legend of Mrs. Claus and the North Pole abode where she and her husband make their home. You'll even learn the secret to how Santa has time to visit every house around the world in just one night (a mathematician explains how it’s physically possible).
Santa Claus Is He For Your Child
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Author : John L. Hoh, Jr.
language : en
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Release Date : 2001-04-05
Santa Claus Is He For Your Child written by John L. Hoh, Jr. and has been published by Xlibris Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-04-05 with Religion categories.
Who is Saint Nicholas? Who is Santa Claus? How are the two related? This book looks at the history of the legends of St. Nicholas and how he evolved in America to Santa Claus. Primarily, this book seeks to point out the anti-Christian message of St. Nick/Santa Claus. Christmas is a celebration of the Lord of the universe coming to earth to take our place in death to pay for our sins. Scripture records that our salvation is “by faith, not by works, lest anyone should boast.” Meanwhile, Santa waddles onto the Yuletide scene by warning children that they better be good, or they will not get any presents. Throughout the ages St. Nick has been used as a political pawn, as a spokesperson for a particular product or service and as a model of what the Church and any well-meaning Christian must do for others. However, St. Nicholas of legend is recorded as uttering legalistic advice to those he meets. He never comforts or assures with the rich Gospel message, nor does he give glory to God for any “miracles” he performs. This book sets out to teach parents about the truth of this jolly elf. In educating parents, the message may help them determine to what extent they play the “Santa game” with their children. Like Virginia O’Hanlon, we live in a cynical age. Santa has lost much of his luster. In the movies we have a serial-killer Santa and Santa ́s that curse and swear. We see Santas that are impatient with the young charges who come to sit on their lap and request their presents. Tim Burton’s T’was the Nightmare Before Christmas portrays a Santa who scares and frightens young children. On college campuses and in many workplaces, A Visit From Saint Nicholas is reworked and reworded to portray an alcoholic oaf who barges in on Christmas Eve. In song, Santa ́s uncontrollable reindeer run down grandma. Teenagers rework Rudolph the red-nose reindeer as—surprise-an alcoholic. Regional groups often have humorous songs at Santa’s expense that often put the jolly elf in a bad light. The legends and myths of Santa are seen as fraudulent. The expectations of the elf for us “mortals” are seen as unapproachable. The promises and threats are seen as empty and hollow. The cynicism of this caricature is certainly in place. Read the review at BookIdeas.com.
Legends Of Santa Claus
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Author : Harry Paul Jeffers
language : en
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books
Release Date : 2000-08-01
Legends Of Santa Claus written by Harry Paul Jeffers and has been published by Twenty-First Century Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Relates the story of Santa Claus from his historic origins to his current incarnation, discussing Saint Nicholas, the Americanizing of Santa, his commercialization, and his treatment in songs and movies.
A Visit From St Nicholas
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Author : Clement Clarke Moore
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1848
A Visit From St Nicholas written by Clement Clarke Moore and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1848 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
"T'was the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring-not even a mouse." This timeless poem is so well known to children and so often recited by adults it is virtually a part of our common heritage. Written on Christmas Eve in 1822-in a horse-drawn sleigh with jingling bells according to legend-it evokes the excitement and good cheer of Christmas Eve like no other work of American literature. Paired with Thomas Nast's drawings of St. Nicholas, from which we derive the classic image of Santa Claus, this lovely edition may well become the quintessential American Christmas book for children of all ages.
Santa Claus Worldwide
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Author : Tom A. Jerman
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2020-05-11
Santa Claus Worldwide written by Tom A. Jerman and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-05-11 with Social Science categories.
This is a comprehensive history of the world's midwinter gift-givers, showcasing the extreme diversity in their depictions as well as the many traits and functions these characters share. It tracks the evolution of these figures from the tribal priests who presided over winter solstice celebrations thousands of years before the birth of Christ, to Christian notables like St. Martin and St. Nicholas, to a variety of secular figures who emerged throughout Europe following the Protestant Reformation. Finally, it explains how the popularity of a poem about a "miniature sleigh" and "eight tiny reindeer" helped consolidate the diverse European gift-givers into an enduring tradition in which American children awake early on Christmas morning to see what Santa brought. Although the names, appearance, attire and gift-giving practices of the world's winter solstice gift-givers differ greatly, they are all recognizable as Santa, the personification of the Christmas and Midwinter festivals. Despite efforts to eliminate him by groups as diverse as the Puritans of seventeenth century New England, the Communist Party of the twentieth century Soviet Union and the government of Nazi Germany, Santa has survived and prospered, becoming one of the best known and most beloved figures in the world.
The Story Of Santa Klaus
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Author : William S. Walsh
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1909
The Story Of Santa Klaus written by William S. Walsh and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1909 with Christmas stories categories.
Traces the history of Santa Klaus, alias St. Nicholas, the patron saint of children. Also relates the origins, legends, and customs of Christmas.