The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus

By: L. F. Baum, Charles Santore (Illustrator), Janeen R. Adil (Adapted By)

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Hardcover | 1 November 2009

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Originally published more than 100 years ago, Baum's version of the mythical Christmas tradition comes alive in this picture book version illustrated by acclaimed artist Charles Santore. Santa didn't always live at the North Pole, but was actually found in the woods by a fairy. He got his start carving wooden toys for children, and gained his immortality with his generosity, kindness, and a little help from his magical woodland family.

Author Biography: L. Frank Baum created fantasy stories for enjoyment rather than moral learning, including The Wizard of Oz series.

About the Illustrator: Charles Santore is a nationally acclaimed illustrator whose works appear regularly in magazines. He is a recipient of the Society of Illustrators' Award of Excellence, the Hamilton King Award, and the Alumni of the Philadelphia College of Art. His works are in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the U.S. Department of the Interior, the Free Library of Philadelphia, and in many private collections. He lives in Philadelphia.

Industry Reviews

School Library Journal, October 2009 "The large format, brimming with plenty of lush full- and double-page paintings depicting fairies, sprites, Knooks, and a very comely young Claus, will appeal to many children." Publishers Weekly, 10/26/09 "...lavishly detailed...Santa's evolution from humble woodsman to the man in the red suit will delight readers and answer a few questions to boot." The Columbus Dispatch, 11/15/09 "In 1902, the creator of The Wizard of Oz series published his imaginings of the origin of Santa Claus. St. Nick was raised by woodland fairies, grew to love children and wanted to be their champion, and eventually became immortal. Santore's page-filling paintings are equally magical."

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