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The True Saint Nicholas by William J. Bennett
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The True Saint Nicholas

Why He Matters to Christmas

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Narrator William J. Bennett

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Length 2 hours 7 minutes
Language English
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Former secretary of education and New York Times bestselling 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.

Beloved 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 Nicholasā€™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.

The True Saint Nicholas: Why He Matters to Christmas focuses on three aspects of Saint Nicholasā€”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 agoā€”and yet whose life remains an inspiration for everyone to aspire to a higher order of generosity, giving, and devotion to others.

An instant classic by one of Americaā€™s most respected thinkers, The True Saint Nicholas is a memorable keepsake to be shared with family and friends every year to evoke the true spirit of Christmas.

Dr. William J. Bennett is one of Americaā€™s most influential and respected voices on cultural, political, and educational issues. Host of The Bill Bennett Show podcast, he is also the Washington Fellow of the American Strategy Group. He is the author and editor of more than twenty-five books. Dr. Bennett served as the secretary of education and chairman of the National Endowment for the HumanitiesĀ  underĀ  PresidentĀ  RonaldĀ  ReaganĀ  andĀ  asĀ  directorĀ  ofĀ  theĀ  OfficeĀ  ofĀ  NationalĀ  DrugĀ  ControlĀ  PolicyĀ  underĀ  PresidentĀ  GeorgeĀ  HerbertĀ  Walker Bush.

Dr. William J. Bennett is one of Americaā€™s most influential and respected voices on cultural, political, and educational issues. Host of The Bill Bennett Show podcast, he is also the Washington Fellow of the American Strategy Group. He is the author and editor of more than twenty-five books. Dr. Bennett served as the secretary of education and chairman of the National Endowment for the HumanitiesĀ  underĀ  PresidentĀ  RonaldĀ  ReaganĀ  andĀ  asĀ  directorĀ  ofĀ  theĀ  OfficeĀ  ofĀ  NationalĀ  DrugĀ  ControlĀ  PolicyĀ  underĀ  PresidentĀ  GeorgeĀ  HerbertĀ  Walker Bush.

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