Beyond the Beard - Exploring the Collective History of Santa

by James Brown

Overview

Author James Brown delves into how Santa Claus originated and developed into the modern Santa with this collective history. You will be drawn into the enchanting personal stories of legendary Santas, the pivotal development of the Santa community and the remarkable evolution of traditions over the last three hundred years.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798823143639
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	11/07/2022
Pages:	190
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

James Brown has been involved in the Santa community since 2013. As Santa, James has been featured in a number of magazines and newspapers over the years. He has received a number of awards for his portrayal of Santa Claus. James has had the honor to research, train, and mentor other Santas across the United States. As a military retiree, the “Keep It Simple” philosophy was instilled in James and he readily applies it in his life. In addition to The Making of Santa, James is currently authoring a complimentary book about the rich and vast history of the Santa community.

By age 23, Philip Wenz became the year-round Santa Claus for the iconic Santa’s Village Theme Park in Illinois where he has remained for over thirty-five years. Mr. Wenz’s resume also includes working at the historic Candy Castle in Santa Claus, Indiana, Christmas program consulting, and being a published author. He has appeared in the nationally televised Chicago and Houston parades, in TV commercials, and at many of the nation’s premiere corporate and civic holiday events. As the creator of the widely accepted Santa Claus Oath, Wenz is recognized as one of the most experienced Santas in the world and a leading authority on the history and folklore of Santa Claus.