About the Book: In this enchanting Christmas classic by beloved Norwegian author Jostein Gaarder, Joachim discovers a mysterious handmade advent calendar in a dusty old bookshop. Each morning, a new piece of paper unfolds the magical story of a young girl named Elisabet, revealing secrets and wonders along the way. As her tale unfolds, another story emerges—that of the mysterious old man who created the calendar—blending magic, miracles, and holiday wonder.