{"product_id":"the-true-saint-nicholas-why-he-matters-to-christmas-9781982107567","title":"The True Saint Nicholas: Why He Matters to Christmas","description":"\u003cb\u003eFormer secretary of education and \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling author William Bennett blends his historical expertise with his gift for storytelling into a heartwarming book about the man who ultimately became known as Santa Claus.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBeloved writer and speaker William Bennett brings the legendary Saint Nicholas to life in this fascinating and faith-affirming book that will change the way you think about Santa Claus and the meaning of Christmas. Bennett reflects on Saint Nicholas's storied life, which has spanned seventeen centuries across Europe, Asia, and Africa, and reveals an inspiring tale of devotion to God and an example of eternal goodness. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe True Saint Nicholas: Why He Matters to Christmas\u003c\/i\u003e focuses on three aspects of Saint Nicholas--historical facts from his life, his legacy in the centuries following his death, and the legendary status that transformed his likeness into the present-day jolly, toy-bearing Santa Claus. The book vividly captures the heart and life of someone who lived long ago--and yet whose life remains an inspiration for everyone to aspire to a higher order of generosity, giving, and devotion to others. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAn instant classic by one of America's most respected thinkers, \u003ci\u003eThe True Saint Nicholas\u003c\/i\u003e is a memorable keepsake to be shared with family and friends every year to evoke the true spirit of Christmas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Howard Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/06\/2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781982107567\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 128\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.70h x 5.80w x 0.60d","brand":"William J. Bennett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43205170430133,"sku":"9781982107567","price":16.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_02a2f8bb-4b0a-4a06-b36f-d97959319673.jpg?v=1698129496","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-true-saint-nicholas-why-he-matters-to-christmas-9781982107567","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}