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Author Bennett, William J. (William John), 1943- author.

Title The true Saint Nicholas : why he matters to Christmas / William J. Bennett.

Publication Info. New York : Howard Books, 2018.

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Location Call No. Status
 Plainville Public Library - Non Fiction  262.33 BEN    Check Shelf
 South Windsor Public Library - Non Fiction  270.2092 BENNETT    Check Shelf
Edition Howard Books hardcover edition.
Description xii, 116 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 113-114).
Contents Part one: Life of Nicholas. Answered prayers and secret alms ; One whom the Lord called to him ; In service bold as a lion -- Part two: Legends of Nicholas. Nicholas the wonderworker ; Nicholas the globetrotter ; Nicholas the international phenomenon -- Part three: Legacy of Nicholas. A bringer of gifts ; A long and circuitous route ; A legacy full of God's love.
Summary Unveils the heart and life of the man who inspired the modern-day version of Santa Claus, in a story about Saint Nicholas's selfless giving, due to his devotion to God, in third-century Turkey.
Subject Nicholas, Saint, Bishop of Myra.
Santa Claus (Fictitious character)
Nicholas, Saint, Bishop of Myra. (OCoLC)fst01799303
Santa Claus. (OCoLC)fst01105278
Genre/Form Biographies.
ISBN 9781982107567
1982107561
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