
On a chilly Christmas Eve, young Jimmieboy lies awake, heart heavy with the disappointment that his coveted velocipede won’t fit down the narrow chimney. His father’s practical explanation only deepens the boy’s longing, and a solitary tear traces his cheek as the house settles into night. Just as sleep seems inevitable, a soft voice drifts from the fireplace, hinting that something unexpected may still be in store.
Through the glow of a red lantern, a jolly, bearded figure steps into the room—Santa himself, though not quite the one Jimmieboy imagined. A playful exchange unfolds between the Santa by the fire and another voice perched on the roof, revealing a curious partnership of two Santas debating the best way to deliver the impossible gift. Their whimsical banter and the promise of a daring rooftop adventure invite listeners into a world where holiday magic finds clever, if unconventional, solutions.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (191K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Internet Archive.
Release date
2012-05-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1862–1922
A witty American humorist and editor, he became best known for playful fantasy and satire that turned the afterlife into a stage for clever conversation. His stories mix lightness, literary jokes, and a surprisingly modern sense of comic imagination.
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