The World Encyclopedia of Christmas

Author: Gerry Bowler
Edition: First Edition
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 0771015313

The World Encyclopedia of Christmas

At last, a truly comprehensive look at Christmas and all of its customs with its long history around the world. Download The World Encyclopedia of Christmas from rapidshare, mediafire, 4shared. The World Encyclopedia of Christmas contains articles on the history of Christmas baking, drinking, and merrymaking, and Christmas dramas, music, literature, art, and films. It includes entries on the evolution of the Christmas tree and the Christmas card, gift-giving, and decoration of church and home. There are profiles of the many gift-bringers, from Santa Claus to Babouschka, and miraculous tales of the numerous saints associated with the season. And there are histories of seasonal celebrations and folk customs around the world, from the United States to Japan, from Egypt to Iceland.

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