, redefined and enhanced. Glossary of the Reindeer's names and their meanings in back of the book. The beloved poem for all ages this verse was originally printed two days before Christmas in 1823, at the Troy Sentinel a newspaper from New York. Reprinted many times over the years, including different spellings for the reindeer. Moore first reads it to his family (wife, four girls and two boys.) Also, referred to as "A Visit From St. Nicholas", "The Night Before Christmas" and "Account of a Visit from St. Nicholas." This renown poem changed how we all perceive in our minds and hearts, St. Nicholas.