The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus

<p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>An imaginative work first published in 1902 L. Frank Baum's The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus tells the story of Claus an orphaned boy raised by various immortal creatures in an enchanted forest.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>When he reaches adulthood Claus is told to live among mortals; he is disheartened initially by poverty war and other negative aspects of humanity. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>He becomes well-known for his kindness to children and this enthusiasm leads to the invention of the first toys. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Claus eventually makes it his life's mission to bring joy to children and this unfolds into an entertaining explanation of many Christmas traditions including the hanging of stockings Christmas trees and gift-giving. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>After a lifetime of generosity the immortal creatures who raised him must consider whether Claus is worthy of immortality so that he may continue to bring joy into the lives of children.</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)> The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus illustrates the depth of Baum's skill as an author of children's literature. </strong></p>