The Book Of Holidays (1917) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781167224676)

The Book of Holidays, written by Joseph Walker McSpadden in 1917, is a comprehensive guidebook that explores the history and significance of various holidays celebrated throughout the year. The book covers both religious and secular holidays, including Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, New Year's Day, Valentine's Day, and Halloween, among others. Each chapter delves into the origins and traditions of the holiday, as well as how it is celebrated in different cultures and countries around the world. McSpadden also includes a variety of poems, stories, and songs related to each holiday, making the book a rich resource for anyone interested in learning more about the traditions and customs associated with these special occasions. In addition to its historical and cultural insights, The Book of Holidays also provides practical advice for celebrating each holiday, including recipes for traditional dishes, ideas for decorations and activities, and suggestions for gifts and greetings. Whether you are looking to deepen your understanding of holiday traditions or simply seeking inspiration for your own celebrations, The Book of Holidays is a timeless resource that offers something for everyone.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: Joseph Walker McSpadden
ISBN-10: 1167224671
ISBN-13: 9781167224676
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 348
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.03lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d