Christmas Traditions (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163192269)

""Christmas Traditions"" by William Muir Auld is a comprehensive guide to the history and customs of Christmas. This book explores the origins of Christmas traditions from around the world, including the origins of the Christmas tree, the history of gift-giving, and the origins of the Christmas carol. The author delves into the history of Christmas celebrations in various cultures, including the Christian, pagan, and secular traditions. The book also covers the history of Christmas foods and drinks, including the history of the Yule log, gingerbread, and eggnog. Additionally, the author provides a detailed account of the history of the Christmas holiday itself, including the origins of the date of December 25th as the day of celebration.With its in-depth exploration of the history and traditions of Christmas, ""Christmas Traditions"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of this beloved holiday. The book is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it an enjoyable read for both casual readers and scholars alike. Whether you're looking to learn more about the origins of Christmas or simply looking for a fun and informative holiday read, ""Christmas Traditions"" is sure to delight and inform.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William Muir Auld
ISBN-10: 1163192260
ISBN-13: 9781163192269
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 180
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d