A Kidnapped Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum, Fiction, Fantasy, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology

The story unfolds as the Daemons of the Caves attempt to capture Santa Claus, who remains immune to their temptations due to the protective magic of the Laughing Valley. On Christmas Eve, while delivering gifts, Santa is unexpectedly ensnared by a rope and pulled from his sleigh, leaving his reindeer to continue without him. Bound and taken to a secret cave, Santa faces the challenge of escaping the clutches of the wicked Daemons, highlighting themes of resilience and the spirit of Christmas amidst adversity.