novelesque_life's review against another edition
4.0
4 STARS
"First published in 1904, "A Kidnapped Santa Claus" by L. Frank Baum, the author of The Wizard of Oz, describes the action of some uncommon events in the land of Santa. Not far from the Laughing Valley where Santa and all his magical helpers live, and beyond the Forest of Burzee, there stands a huge mountain that contains the Cave of Demons. Each demon has a specialty: Selfishness, Envy, Hatred, Malice, and Repentance. Because the promise of Santa puts all girls and boys on their best behavior, the demons have hardly any visitors to their caves. In order to remedy their dismal foot traffic, they conspire to kidnap Santa But oh even when it looks as if the demons might win, one can never underestimate the power of devoted (and magical ) friends." (From Amazon)
I enjoyed this novella especially since I read it during Christmas. Recommend it for must-read for Christmas.
"First published in 1904, "A Kidnapped Santa Claus" by L. Frank Baum, the author of The Wizard of Oz, describes the action of some uncommon events in the land of Santa. Not far from the Laughing Valley where Santa and all his magical helpers live, and beyond the Forest of Burzee, there stands a huge mountain that contains the Cave of Demons. Each demon has a specialty: Selfishness, Envy, Hatred, Malice, and Repentance. Because the promise of Santa puts all girls and boys on their best behavior, the demons have hardly any visitors to their caves. In order to remedy their dismal foot traffic, they conspire to kidnap Santa But oh even when it looks as if the demons might win, one can never underestimate the power of devoted (and magical ) friends." (From Amazon)
I enjoyed this novella especially since I read it during Christmas. Recommend it for must-read for Christmas.
fatkidatheartreads's review against another edition
3.0
Demons 0 : Santa 1
Evil 0 : Goodness/Kindness 1
Evil 0 : Goodness/Kindness 1
alina_b25777's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.75
blakemp's review against another edition
5.0
Excellent graphic adaptation of a little-known short story by L. Frank Baum. Alex Robinson expands on the story considerably, fleshing out some characters, adding others, and updating the whole thing in a way that brings it into the 21st century while still remaining true to the spirit and joy of the original. Highly enjoyable, highly entertaining.
maplessence's review against another edition
4.0
December - it's time to think about Christmas & Santa Claus. (& what to buy my now adult children)
Most of you picture Santa like this;
But I'm in New Zealand. While visiting us, he should be dressed like this;
But I digress. A Kidnapped Santa Claus is a charming, old fashioned, fairy tale, perfect for getting young children in the mood for Christmas. I finished it with a smile on my face - & that's what reads at this time of year should do.
ho, ho, ho!
Most of you picture Santa like this;
But I'm in New Zealand. While visiting us, he should be dressed like this;
But I digress. A Kidnapped Santa Claus is a charming, old fashioned, fairy tale, perfect for getting young children in the mood for Christmas. I finished it with a smile on my face - & that's what reads at this time of year should do.
ho, ho, ho!
booksny's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
mamamia's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars
This was my favorite of the stories in the [b:Tales of Christmas|28571654|Tales of Christmas|Anton Chekhov|https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/nophoto/book/50x75-a91bf249278a81aabab721ef782c4a74.png|48732263] collection. I would recommend this for even young children. It speaks to a general optimism in humanity that I love to support in others and the storyline is unique.
This was my favorite of the stories in the [b:Tales of Christmas|28571654|Tales of Christmas|Anton Chekhov|https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/nophoto/book/50x75-a91bf249278a81aabab721ef782c4a74.png|48732263] collection. I would recommend this for even young children. It speaks to a general optimism in humanity that I love to support in others and the storyline is unique.
editrix's review against another edition
A quickie you can read out loud in about the time it takes a kid to drink his hot chocolate.
tanyas_thumbing_thru_titles's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0