what does a nutcracker have to do with christmas

The Nutcracker is a classic Christmas tale written by the German author E.T.A. Hoffman in 1816. The story tells the tale of a young girl named Clara who receives a nutcracker as a gift on Christmas Eve. The nutcracker comes to life that night and leads Clara on an adventure through a magical land of sweets and toys. The story has been adapted into various forms, including a ballet, and has become a beloved Christmas tradition for many families around the world.