Here Comes Santa Claus
Here Comes Santa Claus by Gene Autry, published by HarperCollins in October 2002, is a delightful picture book that brings to life the beloved holiday song. This edition spans 32 pages and is presented in English, featuring vibrant illustrations that enhance the festive spirit of the story. Inspired by the joyful anticipation of children during Christmas, the book captures the essence of the classic song that Autry wrote in 1947.
Readers will find a charming narrative that follows a curious puppy from the North Pole who embarks on an adventure by stowing away on Santa’s sleigh. The illustrations by Bruce Whatley complement the themes of hope and goodwill, making this a visually engaging experience for young readers. This book not only celebrates the magic of Christmas but also invites children to explore the excitement surrounding Santa Claus and the holiday season.
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Gene Autry wrote and recorded “Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)” in 1947. The story goes that he was at a Christmas parade where he heard some children repeating, “Here comes Santa Claus! Here comes Santa Claus!” over and over. Autry was inspired by the joyful anticipation behind the words to jot down the first draft of a song. He brought his notes to Oakley Haldeman, then head of his music publishing company, and they completed the song together — little suspecting that it would become a Christmas classic.
“Here Comes Santa Claus” was Gene Autry’s first holiday recording and an immediate hit. Over the past half century the song’s popularity has continued to grow, and in 1998 It was voted one of the top holiday songs of the twentieth century by The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP).
Now artist Bruce Whatley has been inspired to illustrate this favorite song as a picture book with the richly textured artwork that made his The Night Before Christmas a best-seller. Expanding on the song’s themes of hope and goodwill, Whatley has created a curious North Pole puppy who stows away on Santa’s sleigh for an unforgettable Christmas Eve adventure.
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