Introduces us to a rather grumpy Father Christmas. In this book, Father Christmas has awoken from a dream of summer sun to discover it is December 24th, Christmas Eve - the start of his longest night's work of the year.

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It’s December 24th and, despite his dreams of a summer holiday, Father Christmas is preparing for the longest night of the year.

Join him on a magical journey as he travels the world, delivering gifts to every child - with only a FEW hiccups along the way!

Discover the hilariously irreverent Christmas book, adored by generations of children, from award-winning storyteller and creator of The Snowman, Raymond Briggs.

Packed with stunning festive illustrations, Father Christmas is the perfect story to snuggle up with this Christmas.

More magical Raymond Briggs stories:
Father Christmas Goes on Holiday
The Bear
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