Nicholas was a Christian who lived in the town of Myra in the fourth century AD. He was much loved for his charity and generosity. On one occasion, he wanted to give money to three daughters who were facing destitution because their father had no money for a dowry in order that they might marry. Nicholas thought of a clever way to give his gift in secret, showering gold coins into their house at night through the chimney. Some of the coins landed in the stockings that had been hung up to dry there. His good deed brought a happily-ever-after ending, and inspired a Christmas tradition. This book is retold for children from the famous thirteenth-century book by Jacopo de Voraigne, The Golden Legend.
- ISBN10 0745949134
- ISBN13 9780745949130
- Publish Date 17 September 2004 (first published 19 September 2003)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 10 March 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Lion Children's Books
- Edition New edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 32
- Language English