Santa Claus legends through the ages from St Nicholas to Kris Kringle
A concise tour of Santa’s history from 4th century St Nicholas in Turkey to modern depictions across nations. It notes names in various cultures, shifts from horses to sleigh, and gift dates including Epiphany on January 6 in some countries.
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Santa Claus
Clement C. Moore
Dr. Moore
Santa
Turkey
Germany
Martin Luther
St. Nicholas
Christ
America
Christkindlein
Kris Kringle
Nicholas
Julienissen
Italy
Thor
Mexico
Spain
From Dickens on Bright Mornings and Daily Joy
The text reflects on holiday cheer as a beautifier and mood lifter. It quotes Dickens describing each day as music born into the world and urges making of it a dance or life march according to will.
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Christ
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