Celebrate the power of giving while sharing the story of the young boy who became the legendary Santa Claus.<\/p>\n
A portion of the proceeds from\u00a0some online\u00a0purchases of the novel \u201cKris: The Legend Begins,\u201d authored by former UCF professor J.J. Ruscella, will be donated to the UCF Alumni Association.<\/p>\n
Additional profits will benefit charities that assist orphaned and disadvantaged children.<\/p>\n
The novel tells the tale of Kris Kringle, a boy from 16th-century Norway who is the origin of Santa and other gift-giving legends. The story follows him through a difficult early life and shares his search for redemption. Ultimately, Kris became Santa Claus, an inspiring man of joy who has become a timeless international icon.<\/p>\n
Ruscella, who was an assistant professor in the UCF Theatre Department, also presented his version of the legend of Santa during a reading of his book at the FAIRWINDS Alumni Center earlier this month.<\/p>\n