• The Autobiography of Santa Claus

  • By: Jeff Guinn
  • Narrated by: John H. Mayer
  • Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins
  • 4.1 out of 5 stars (666 ratings)

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The Autobiography of Santa Claus

By: Jeff Guinn
Narrated by: John H. Mayer
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Publisher's summary

Jump on Santa's sleigh for a journey through 17 centuries of Christmas magic!

This enchanting holiday treasure combines historical fact with glorious legend as Saint Nicholas himself reveals the definitive story of Santa Claus. From his birth in Lycia to meeting Mrs. Claus and all of his helpers, Santa relates the tale of how he spread his message of generosity and the goodness of giving across the world.

Families will delight in every entertaining chapter of this holiday classic, one for each cold December night leading up to Christmas!

©2004 Jeff Guinn (P)2004 Listen & Live Audio, Inc.
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Interesting

fun listen, but got long and was predictable at end. Reads much like Forest Gump.

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Great reading

I listen to this story a couple of times a year❣️It is relaxing, comfortable and warm like being wrapped in a blanket when it is cold❣️

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Wonderful Christmas story

I am a 73 year old lady and enjoyed this book immensely. Well written and wonderfully narrated.

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A tradition

My favorite narrator for this, we listen every single Christmas! It feels like Christmas the further we go through the story. Not to be missed!

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A Delightful Tale of Love and Hope for Mankind

The author captures that magical feeling of innocence and anticipation we all associate with Christmas. The tour through history and introduction to some of the world's most brilliant characters gives the reader the sense of the continuity of humanity's frail condition, sending a clear message that love is the answer.

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Historical account of Santa Claus

In this well narrated audiobook you will learn how several important leaders throughout history contributed to helping Santa become who he is today. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why do we celebrate Christmas by ...?” the answer may be contained in this book.

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A Christmas favorite

I received this book on CD several years ago & incorporated it into my holiday traditions. Sadly, my family doesn't share my passion for it, so I was pleased to find it on Audible & begin a nightly tradition of my own this year. I look forward to doing this every year... Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night.

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I Listen to This Every Year

I love this book. It is simply entertaining and still magical. The story helps to get me in the Christmas spirit every year. I highly recommend this book. You'll be believing in Santa, too!

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Required reading

This is required reading (age 13 to 63) before we sit down to Christmas dinner.

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This was a very weird story.

This was a weird story. I really don't see what the point was. it's not a fun holiday read or a good novel. I just don't get it.

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