A Father Christmas Story

the long version

Ever wondered where the fable of Father Christmas came from? Well, here is an imaginative answer. Set in the forests of the cold north one Yuletide Eve long ago, A Father Christmas Story tells of strange encounters and mysterious events. The tale provides an account, in keeping with the spirit of the festive period, of the first appearance of Father Christmas. It is the story of one man's appointment with destiny and a meeting that changed the world forever. In telling this tale the author has addressed two coexisting aspects of Christmas, represented on the one side by cheerfulness, kindness and optimism, and on the other by a harsh, miserable and cynical view of life. In making this contrast the author not only skilfully manages to highlight the true meaning of Christmas, but also shows how individual perspectives of Christmas are always matters of personal choice, something that applies to life in general, not just to Christmas. This unusual and engaging book is full of familiar Christmas images. It is a must read for the Christmas season. The story is primarily aimed at adults, but it can be read aloud to younger children. The book would make an ideal gift item for a friend or loved one.