The Great American Parade (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162792385)

""The Great American Parade"" by H.J. Duteil is a book that explores the history and significance of parades in American culture. The author delves into the origins of parades, tracing them back to ancient civilizations and their use in religious and cultural celebrations. The book then focuses on the development of parades in America, from the colonial era to the present day. Throughout the book, Duteil highlights the different types of parades that have become integral to American culture, including patriotic parades, holiday parades, and parades celebrating cultural diversity. He also examines the role of parades in shaping American identity and fostering a sense of community among diverse groups of people. The book includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help to bring the parades to life, showcasing the elaborate floats, costumes, and performances that are often a part of these events. Overall, ""The Great American Parade"" provides a fascinating look at the history and cultural significance of parades in America, making it a must-read for anyone interested in American history, culture, or traditions.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: H. J. Duteil
ISBN-10: 1162792388
ISBN-13: 9781162792385
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 628
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.27d