Synopses & Reviews
When Father Christmas pays a visit on Christmas Eve, Sam's busiest time of the year gets even busier. The problem, as Father Christmas explains, is that he's running behind schedule and wants Sam to help him out.
For Sam, who's facing the closing of his ramshackle shop, the task seems impossible. After all, he has no sleigh or reindeer. But that's where a little magic comes in. Before the wonderful night is past, Sam and his young friend Joey get the chance to make some unusual deliveries and, most importantly, share in the true spirit of Christmas.
Synopsis
The worst that could possibly happen on Christmas Eve has happened: The mayor has condemned Sam the toy maker s ramshackle shop, and Father Christmas is running behind. How will all the presents and toys be delivered on time? When Father Christmas asks for Sam s help, Sam and his young helper Joey embark on a grand Christmas adventure aboard a magical ship. Together they sail on a voyage full of magic, mirth, and the true spirit of Christmas.
About the Author
Dean Morrissey has made up stories to go with his work ever since he first began to paint. Eventually he began writing and illustrating childrens books. The highly successful
Ship of Dreams, a
New York Times Best Illustrated Book, was published in 1990, followed by
The Great Kettles, which won a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. His other books include
The Christmas Ship,
The Moon Robber,
The Monster Trap, and
The Crimson Comet. Dean Morrissey lives on the south shore of Massachusetts with his wife and son, surrounded by many of the amazing contraptions that are found in his paintings.
Dean Morrissey has made up stories to go with his work ever since he first began to paint. Eventually he began writing and illustrating childrens books. The highly successful Ship of Dreams, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book, was published in 1990, followed by The Great Kettles, which won a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. His other books include The Christmas Ship, The Moon Robber, The Monster Trap, and The Crimson Comet. Dean Morrissey lives on the south shore of Massachusetts with his wife and son, surrounded by many of the amazing contraptions that are found in his paintings.