Flight of the Reindeer

Children have believed the legend forever: On one evening each year a jolly old elf and eight reindeer fly all night long to deliver gifts around the world. The fact is, solid evidence abounds. Robert Sullivan, a senior editor at Life magazine, diligently gathered documentation from scientists, historians, zoologists, and Arctic explorers to prove that Santa is not just a myth. First, the reindeer: Do they really fly? ';We used to think it was just extended leaping,' says Tony Vecchio, director of the Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence, Rhode Island. ';But recent evidence has confirmed that it is true flight.' And Santa Claus? ';He's just as real as the gifts he brings,' reports Will Steger, the famed Arctic explorer. The gorgeous illustrations, convincing photos, and charming text make this book a special holiday gift.