Nicky從小在滿滿的愛和玩具的陪伴下長大,他的三位叔叔是鎮上最好的玩具製作工匠,還開了一間超受小孩子歡迎的玩具店。在這間玩具店內,一道沒什麼人注意的門的後方,就是生產玩具的神祕工房。Nicky的三位叔叔在這裡努力製作、檢查成品、最後為玩具施加魔法,讓每個玩具都能找到最適合它們的孩子!
然而不是每個孩子都那麼幸運,有天Nicky發現鎮上有一群住在街道角落的孩子,他們從來沒有機會擁有玩具。Nicky因此下定決心,他想要送給這群孩子,送給所有這個鎮上的小朋友,能讓他們開心的最棒禮物!為了實現計畫,Nicky的三位叔叔不只答應大力幫忙,更出動了飛天馴鹿……於是聖誕老公公的傳說就此誕生!
暢銷繪本《森林裡的鋼琴師》大衛.里奇斐德(David Litchfield)最新的聖誕作品中,再次施展絢麗的色彩魔法,以禮物分享快樂、傳遞溫暖,讓每個孩子都能在愛的包圍下,度過最夢幻的聖誕佳節。
This charming tale tells the story of little Nicky Claus, who wanted to make every child happy, if only just for one day.
Nicky Claus works with his three uncles in the Claus Brothers Toy Emporium. Uncle Hanz makes the toys, Uncle Louis checks them and Uncle Levi adds the… what's the scientific term for it? Ah, yes. The magic! For each toy made at the Emporium has a special sparkle that means it will find the child it is perfect for.
One day, Nicky notices a young girl with her face pressed up to the glass. When she disappears, he follows her and finds her living on the streets with lots of other children, none of whom can afford a toy. Nicky vows that for one night only, every child will have the toy of their dreams and—with the help of his uncles and some flying reindeer—the legend of Father Christmas is born.
This magical and heartwarming story from bestselling author–illustrator David Litchfield is a true festive treat centred on kindness, generosity and looking after each other.
Review
“Nicky Claus convinces his toy-maker uncles to provide every child in the city with a present in this delightful Father Christmas origin story. Packed with sumptuous spreads, this is a delightful addition to the festive story canon.” ― The Bookseller
Best Christmas Book for Kids - “The book leaves you with a big smile on your face, as well as feeling excited for Christmas.” ― The Independent
“Remarkable for its sumptuous illustrations full of Victorian toys.” ― The Sunday Times - Best Books of 2022
“Litchfield’s dazzling use of light sparkles through this festive feast.” ― The Daily Mail