289 reviews for:

The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus

L. Frank Baum

3.84 AVERAGE

thechristined's review against another edition

4.0

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L. Frank Baum may be known best for his 14 Oz books, but I now consider The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus to be my favorite of his works I’ve read thus far.

Baum takes the story of Santa Claus, along with some popular Christmas symbols and traditions, and weaves a tale to explain how they came to be that is completely his own and nothing short of magnificent. All throughout, from the time Santa Claus is revealed to have been orphaned as a baby and raised by Immortals who name him Neclaus until every parent is made his deputy and the last page is turned, there is an incredible feeling of Christmas cheer. It’s a story that will get anyone in the mood for the holiday – even with some not quite traditional elements to it.

The characters are not all expanded upon past what they are needed to be known as, but they all serve a purpose in helping Neclaus become the man known as Santa Claus. Children give him suggestions for new toys, Immortals help him find enough supplies and help him make toys, and small innocent events make the legend of Santa Claus possible.

You can read the rest of the review at my blog: http://readerlymusings.com/2014/01/15/book-review-the-life-and-adventures-of-santa-claus-by-l-frank-baum/

loves_nurse's review against another edition

3.25

adventurous medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: N/A

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A old fashioned story told in an old fashioned way. It's dark and whimsical at the same time. It's an alternative origin story of our dear St. Nick and a fascinating way to read about how Santa came into being and how he started sharing toys and joy with the children of the world. It tells of how Santa evolved into the hero we know today.

dannyphantomsg1's review against another edition

3.25

adventurous inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

buddenbrooks_97's review against another edition

5.0

hopeful inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

bookdragyn's review against another edition

5.0

hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: N/A

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

suzehint's review against another edition

3.25

adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

giulias_reading_nook's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

kolleena29's review against another edition

3.5

lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

pbraue13's review against another edition

3.5

adventurous lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: N/A

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Racism

bookhussy's review against another edition

5.0

inspiring lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: No