Roads (novel) facts for kids
Dust-jacket illustration by Virgil Finlay for Roads
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| Author | Seabury Quinn |
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| Illustrator | Virgil Finlay |
| Cover artist | Virgil Finlay |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Fantasy novel |
| Publisher | Arkham House |
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Publication date
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1948 |
| Media type | Print (Hardback) |
| Pages | 110 pp |
Roads is a short fantasy novel written by Seabury Quinn. It tells a unique Christmas story about the possible origins of Santa Claus. The story begins at the start of the Christian era and follows how the legend of Santa Claus might have developed over time.
The book was first published in 1948 by a company called Arkham House. It was a special book for them because it was their first book with illustrations. It was also the first time author Seabury Quinn had a story published as a hardcover book.
Before it became a book, the story of Roads first appeared in a magazine called Weird Tales in January 1938.
The Story of Roads
Roads is a fantasy story that explores how the beloved figure of Santa Claus might have come to be. It imagines his journey and development from ancient times.
The story is divided into three main parts:
- The Road to Bethlehem: This part likely explores the very early beginnings of the story, possibly around the time of Jesus's birth.
- The Road to Calvary: This section might continue the journey, connecting to later historical events or legends that shaped the character.
- The Long, Long Road: This final part probably covers the long history and many changes that led to the Santa Claus we know and love today.
How Roads Was Published
Roads was first released as a hardcover book in 1948 by Arkham House. This publisher is known for printing fantasy and horror stories. The book was quite popular, with 2,137 copies printed in its first edition.
The book has been re-released several times since its first publication. In 2005, Red Jacket Press printed a copy that looked exactly like the original Arkham House edition. It was also re-issued again in 2017 by Shadowridge Press, allowing new readers to discover this interesting Christmas tale.
