Books like A kidnapped Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum
In this playful Christmas story, a group of five Daemons grow unhappy as Santa Claus spreads overwhelming happiness among the children. Determined to restore balance, they plan and execute a kidnapping of Santa. The narrative follows the ensuing adventures and the underlying conflict between joy and envy.
First publish date: 1969
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: L. Frank Baum
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