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The Boy Who Became Father Christmas: The Story Of Santa Claus
"Who is Father Christmas?"
It's a question asked by every child.
Now, for the first time the true story can be told. It is a tale of courage, magic and wonder from the far away frozen north.
Author James Wilmot tells the true story of Niklas and The Mountain King. In it you will learn how Father Christmas came to be.
This is the True Story of Santa Claus.
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Prologue
The wind howled over the crest of the mountain driving snow and ice into his eyes.
The deer surged forward, but the snow was too deep.
“Onward boys, Onward!”
Just a little further.
The deer were up to their haunches with snow. The sleigh began to stick.
“Onward boys, Onward!”
The deer pulled one more time.
The body of the sleigh came away from its runners and rolled over into a deep drift of snow.
It rolled over several times and finally up righted, but it was now completely covered in snow.
He stayed at the reins and called into the wind in frustration.
“Not here!”
“Not now!”
Time passed, the night drew on and the wind fell.
The mountain was once again silent and the moon shone illuminating the old man’s face. It was now covered in snow and his eyes were closed.
Then a voice whispered on the wind…
What happens next? BUY NOW to find out.
It's a question asked by every child.
Now, for the first time the true story can be told. It is a tale of courage, magic and wonder from the far away frozen north.
Author James Wilmot tells the true story of Niklas and The Mountain King. In it you will learn how Father Christmas came to be.
This is the True Story of Santa Claus.
//////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////
Prologue
The wind howled over the crest of the mountain driving snow and ice into his eyes.
The deer surged forward, but the snow was too deep.
“Onward boys, Onward!”
Just a little further.
The deer were up to their haunches with snow. The sleigh began to stick.
“Onward boys, Onward!”
The deer pulled one more time.
The body of the sleigh came away from its runners and rolled over into a deep drift of snow.
It rolled over several times and finally up righted, but it was now completely covered in snow.
He stayed at the reins and called into the wind in frustration.
“Not here!”
“Not now!”
Time passed, the night drew on and the wind fell.
The mountain was once again silent and the moon shone illuminating the old man’s face. It was now covered in snow and his eyes were closed.
Then a voice whispered on the wind…
What happens next? BUY NOW to find out.
65 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 9, 2013
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December 7, 2019
Lovely story about the origin of Santa Claus
February 2, 2019
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December 23, 2019
A great book to read for this time of year.
November 29, 2020
Ok, I'll be honest, this book was a lot better than I was expecting and it was a lot more charming than it showed. The narration wasn't at all bad, it was acceptable and quickly paced, but not in a way where you get confused. Instead it keeps you at a steady pace. So sad that there wasn't as much world building as I would of loved or that there were so many time-jumps, but other than that the story was enjoyable and very original!
November 20, 2018
Great alternative xmas story
My kids were enthralled all the way thru. Great to see a different take on such an old story. Awesome
My kids were enthralled all the way thru. Great to see a different take on such an old story. Awesome
December 31, 2020
I loved this so much, so whimsical and such a lovely telling of a story we all wonder about at some point!
December 24, 2021
Imaginative short fiction story about a boy who became Santa Claus.
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December 11, 2022
This is absolutely CHARMING! A short, sweet little story filled with just the right amount of nostalgia and magic. Delightful.
January 6, 2016
The Boy Who Became Father Christmas:The Story of Santa Claus
Written by James Wilmot
The Prologue gives a hint as to how the story line will evolve. In this short story, the reader learns that Niklas was born at the foot of a mountain range. He lived in town with the wealthy and prosperous settlers. Once a year the mountain folk came down to trade with them Their meat, cheese, animal skins and wool were exchanged for the coal, wax, grain and oil the mountain people needed to survive.
Shortly after Niklas turned twelve, tragedy struck. Both his parents were killed in a house fire. Niklas discovers a grandfather he never knew existed; now Niklas' life would be turned upside down. He must leave town and go live up in the mountain with his grandfather. After a rough period of adjustment, Niklas becomes skilled in woodworking and learns the ways of the mountain people. He becomes acquainted with the “wee folk” legends and the animals of the forest. The teen develops a strong friendship with a girl named Rose. Niklas discovers the joys of the Christmas season and ventures forth to embrace it. As the boy grows, he experiences love and loss while meeting the challenges of mountain living and surviving a test with the King of the Mountain.
Wilmot selects many of the Christmas legends and weaves them into a novella featuring characters that embody familiar traditions. A heartwarming and uplifting short story that can be enjoyed by middle grade, young adult and adult readers. Perfect read for sitting in front of the fire for a couple of hours.
Written by James Wilmot
The Prologue gives a hint as to how the story line will evolve. In this short story, the reader learns that Niklas was born at the foot of a mountain range. He lived in town with the wealthy and prosperous settlers. Once a year the mountain folk came down to trade with them Their meat, cheese, animal skins and wool were exchanged for the coal, wax, grain and oil the mountain people needed to survive.
Shortly after Niklas turned twelve, tragedy struck. Both his parents were killed in a house fire. Niklas discovers a grandfather he never knew existed; now Niklas' life would be turned upside down. He must leave town and go live up in the mountain with his grandfather. After a rough period of adjustment, Niklas becomes skilled in woodworking and learns the ways of the mountain people. He becomes acquainted with the “wee folk” legends and the animals of the forest. The teen develops a strong friendship with a girl named Rose. Niklas discovers the joys of the Christmas season and ventures forth to embrace it. As the boy grows, he experiences love and loss while meeting the challenges of mountain living and surviving a test with the King of the Mountain.
Wilmot selects many of the Christmas legends and weaves them into a novella featuring characters that embody familiar traditions. A heartwarming and uplifting short story that can be enjoyed by middle grade, young adult and adult readers. Perfect read for sitting in front of the fire for a couple of hours.
December 25, 2015
It's Christmas morning and I've found myself with a few hours to spare before the madness begins during which I found this audio book on You Tube. I love it!
It's the perfect book for a child to read at this time of the year. It tells the story of how Father Christmas became Father Christmas! Even if you are just an old soppy sod like me you should read this and it will get you in the festive mood. It's well written and beautifully told. It will warm your heart.
Merry Christmas :)
5/5
It's the perfect book for a child to read at this time of the year. It tells the story of how Father Christmas became Father Christmas! Even if you are just an old soppy sod like me you should read this and it will get you in the festive mood. It's well written and beautifully told. It will warm your heart.
Merry Christmas :)
5/5
December 17, 2015
A story for the child in all of us
A simple story that includes all the answers to all of the questions about Father Christmas, how did Ruldolph come about, why down the chimney...puts you in the holiday spirit
A simple story that includes all the answers to all of the questions about Father Christmas, how did Ruldolph come about, why down the chimney...puts you in the holiday spirit
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