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Every Christmas, a wealthy traveler rides a train through the Appalachian mountains and lifts up a load of presents, delivering them to the children who wait in the valley. In doing so, he seeks to repay a debt he owes the local community. The story celebrates generosity, community, and the joy of giving during the holiday season.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Cynthia Rylant
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