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Set against the backdrop of the late Roman Empire, the novel explores the life of St. Nicholas through the lens of historical hearsay, including his involvement in the incense trade and travels to Egypt, Arabia, and the Holy Land. Drawing on extensive knowledge of the Near East, the author crafts a captivating narrative that illustrates how Nicholas evolved into the beloved figure of Santa Claus, blending historical facts with imaginative storytelling.
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The Journey, David P. Rice
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- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- The Journey
- Subtitle
- How an obscure Byzantine Saint became our Santa Claus
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David P. Rice
- Publisher
- Markosia Enterprises Ltd
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 398
- ISBN13
- 9781911243427
- Category
- Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the late Roman Empire, the novel explores the life of St. Nicholas through the lens of historical hearsay, including his involvement in the incense trade and travels to Egypt, Arabia, and the Holy Land. Drawing on extensive knowledge of the Near East, the author crafts a captivating narrative that illustrates how Nicholas evolved into the beloved figure of Santa Claus, blending historical facts with imaginative storytelling.