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Discovering The Quintessential American Holiday

Author : Marylouise Fendt
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (347 download)

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Download or read book Discovering The Quintessential American Holiday written by Marylouise Fendt and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-07-10 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The last day of October is Halloween. This is a festival that starts on the evening of October 31 until midnight. On this occasion, children and teenagers are allowed to wear "Halloween costumes" to go from door to door, knock on doors to receive candy, and congratulate... According to custom, children often carry lanterns made of pumpkin peels, chiseled in the shape of a human face, ... Halloween parties often revolve around topics such as luck in the world, stories about ghosts and witches. Although this is a big festival taking place in countries around the world but few people know the origin of this festival. This book will help you explain that. Inside, you'll find the stories of Halloween, Trick or Treating, Aliens, Black Cats, Devils, Fortune Telling, Frankenstein's Monster, Ghosts, Ghouls, Goblins, Headless Horsemen, Jack O'Lanterns, Mad Scientists, Mad Slashers and Psychos, Men In Black, Mummies, Robots, Scarecrows, Skeletons, Vampires, Werewolves, Witches and Zombies.

Hunting For An Authentic Thanksgiving

Author : Charissa Kleid
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 88 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (55 download)

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Download or read book Hunting For An Authentic Thanksgiving written by Charissa Kleid and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-10-20 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a gorgeous tale of one man's adventure to fulfill the re-creation of the first Thanksgiving meal. An engaging read with a load of fun facts and history imparted within the story of his journey - from the hunting, foraging, and gathering to his ability to bring together friends around his historical Thanksgiving table. But beyond that, it is a story that lays out the many ways Thanksgiving has shaped American culture, family gatherings, and love. This book is full of surprises, and humor, which is the perfect guide for anyone that enjoys hunting, gardening, or American food history. More than that it contains surprising lessons he learned about family, friends, and then things Americans should be thankful for every day.

Thanksgiving

Author : Diana Karter Appelbaum
Publisher : Facts on File
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (9 download)

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Download or read book Thanksgiving written by Diana Karter Appelbaum and published by Facts on File. This book was released on 1984 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A thorough and entertaining chronicle of America's oldest and most beloved holiday -- from its earliest roots to the present day."--Cover

Thanksgiving

Author : James W. Baker
Publisher : UPNE
ISBN 13 : 1584658746
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (846 download)

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Download or read book Thanksgiving written by James W. Baker and published by UPNE. This book was released on 2010-09-30 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The origins and ever-changing story of America's favorite holiday

Thanksgiving

Author : Diana Karter Appelbaum
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780816000357
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (3 download)

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Download or read book Thanksgiving written by Diana Karter Appelbaum and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Thanksgiving

Author : Laurie Collier Hillstrom
Publisher : Kws Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9780780812468
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (124 download)

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Download or read book Thanksgiving written by Laurie Collier Hillstrom and published by Kws Publishers. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year, on the fourth Thursday in November, millions of Americans joyfully partake in the beloved traditions of Thanksgiving. Boisterous gatherings of family and friends; bountiful meals of turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie; heartfelt expressions of gratitude and patriotism; colorful parades and action-packed football games-all of these popular annual observances make Thanksgiving the quintessential American holiday. Trace the fascinating history of Thanksgiving as it has unfolded over four centuries-from the original celebration by the Pilgrims in 1621, to the spirited campaign to declare it a national holiday during the Civil War, to contemporary midnight marches to the mall to launch the Christmas-shopping season-and discover how deeply this cherished holiday is woven into the fabric of American life. Book jacket.

Our American Holiday

Author : Robert Haven Schauffler
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (29 download)

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Download or read book Our American Holiday written by Robert Haven Schauffler and published by . This book was released on 1926 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The American Creed

Author : Forrest Church
Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
ISBN 13 : 1429972041
Total Pages : 215 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (299 download)

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Download or read book The American Creed written by Forrest Church and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2003-12-01 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What makes us all Americans--whatever our differences--is adherence to a creed, a creed based upon cornerstone truths the founders believed "self-evident." From the earliest days, the survival of the new republic hinged not merely upon the expression of these grand principles of liberty and equality but upon their spiritual underpinnings. Freedom and faith were intertwined. America, as a foreign observer once put it, is a nation with the soul of a church. In this stirring and timely book, Forrest Church charts the progress of this creed from the America's beginnings to the present day by evoking those whose words-whether in declarations, songs, inaugural addresses, speeches, or prayers-have expressed its letter and captured its spirit. What emerges is our shared destiny. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s dream that this country might someday "rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed," echoes Thomas Jefferson's belief that "equal and exact justice to all" is the "creed of our political faith." Our connection with the past represents our commitment to the future and vice versa. A "spiritual and patriotic primer," The American Creed distills the essence of American history while also matching its sweep. Church lets the story of the Declaration of Independence unfold before our eyes, giving us both the big picture and the details that place it into brilliant focus. Those steeped in our nation's heritage will find fresh insight and renewed purpose. Those still discovering its riches could have no finer introduction. In its scope and embrace, this is a book for us all.

HALLOWEEN

Author : Lesley Bannatyne
Publisher : Pelican Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 1455605530
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (556 download)

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Download or read book HALLOWEEN written by Lesley Bannatyne and published by Pelican Publishing Company. This book was released on 1998-08-31 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Lesley Bannatyne's fascinating book . . . will be widely appealing to anyone who ever wondered where witches, trick-or-treating, and jack-o-lanterns really came from. It is by far the best book on the history of Halloween available today."--Alison Guss, senior producer,"The Haunted History of Halloween," The History Channel"An excellent resource for research into the history of holidays...in the United States...Highly Recommended."--The Book Report"Deserves attention as a recommended library acquisition with years of 'life' to its information."--The Midwest Book Review"Overflows with rich and provocative details of ritual, feasts, superstition, and devilment." --North Carolina Historical ReviewHalloween has evolved from the Celtic celebrations of 2,000 years ago to become today the fastest-growing holiday in the country. This, the only book to completely cover All Hallow's Eve, from its beginnings to the present, examines the ancient origins as well as its traditions and celebrations, from costuming to bobbing for apples. Jack-o-lanterns, black cats, and witches are explained. Ghosts, ghouls, and goblins lurk behind every page.The book traces the contributions of America's immigrants to the holiday, documenting the beliefs each ethnic group has added to the mix. Related recipes, poems, songs, and photos perfectly complement the meticulously documented text. The result is the most educational and entertaining examination of Halloween, its myths, and its truths.

Kwanzaa

Author : Keith A. Mayes
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135284008
Total Pages : 507 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (352 download)

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Download or read book Kwanzaa written by Keith A. Mayes and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2009-09-10 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since 1966, Kwanzaa has been celebrated as a black holiday tradition – an annual recognition of cultural pride in the African American community. But how did this holiday originate, and what is its broader cultural significance? Kwanzaa: Black Power and the Making of the African-American Holiday Tradition explores the political beginning and later expansion of Kwanzaa, from its start as a Black Power holiday, to its current place as one of the most mainstream of the black holiday traditions. For those wanting to learn more about this alternative observance practiced by countless African Americans and how Kwanzaa fits into the larger black holiday tradition, Keith A. Mayes gives an accessible and definitive account of the movements and individuals that pushed to make this annual celebration a reality, and shows how African-Americans brought the black freedom struggle to the American calendar. Clear and thoughtful, Kwanzaa is the perfect introduction to what is now the quintessential African American holiday.

The Mythology of America's Seasonal Holidays

Author : Arthur George
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030469166
Total Pages : 326 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (34 download)

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Download or read book The Mythology of America's Seasonal Holidays written by Arthur George and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-07-30 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year we celebrate a cycle of seasonal holidays. The ancient Greeks called this cycle “The Dance of the Horae,” after the mythical divinities who represented the seasons. What myths sit at the foundation of our own holiday celebrations? This interdisciplinary book explores the myths and symbols that underlie our major seasonal holidays and give them their meaning. Arthur George also shows how America’s own mythmaking has shaped some holidays. This mythological approach reveals how and why holidays arose in the first place, how and why they have changed over the centuries, why they have remained important, and finally how we can celebrate them today in a more meaningful manner that can enrich our lives and better our society. George devotes particular attention to the depth psychological aspects of holidays and their corresponding myths, as well as to the insights of modern biblical scholarship for key holidays such as Easter and Christmas.

Classic Dining

Author : Peter Moruzzi
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
ISBN 13 : 1423614496
Total Pages : 530 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (236 download)

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Download or read book Classic Dining written by Peter Moruzzi and published by Gibbs Smith. This book was released on 2012-10-01 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take an illustrated tour of America’s stylish and historic mid-century restaurants in this volume of color photographs and vintage ephemera. Over the years, the softly lit wood-paneled interiors, starched tablecloths, curved booths, tuxedoed captains, and tableside service that once defined continental-style fine dining have given way to more contemporary trends. Yet in American cities large and small, a few historic restaurants have maintained their classic character and old-school ambiance. With vivid new color photography and fascinating vintage ephemera, Classic Dining celebrates the great mid-century restaurants that continue to thrive in New York, the greater Miami area, New Orleans, Las Vegas, the Chicago area, Los Angeles, and across the United States. This volume also includes a directory of mid-century restaurants across America.

Otto's Tales: Today Is Thanksgiving

Author : PragerU
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (948 download)

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Download or read book Otto's Tales: Today Is Thanksgiving written by PragerU and published by . This book was released on 2021-11-08 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join Otto the bulldog and his best friend, Dennis, as they travel back in time to the first Thanksgiving to learn why we celebrate the holiday with gratitude, generosity, and family. Otto's Tales books are part of PragerU's educational initiative for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. These beautifully illustrated storybooks star young Dennis Prager and his sidekick--PragerU's Otto the Bulldog mascot. Dennis and Otto go on exciting adventures and travel through time to learn important values through American holidays and traditions. This stylish series answers the needs of young families looking for fun, educational, pro-America content.

The Hawthorne: A Christmas and New Years Present

Author : Eliza Leslie
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (66 download)

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Download or read book The Hawthorne: A Christmas and New Years Present written by Eliza Leslie and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-09-18 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the heart of 19th-century American literature, 'The Hawthorne: A Christmas and New Years Present' stands as a captivating anthology, showcasing a remarkable diversity in themes, narrative styles, and literary context. Serving as a treasure trove of short stories and essays, this collection highlights the significant contribution of female authors to the literary world, offering insights into domestic life, social norms, and the nuanced challenges of their time. The anthology is notable for its inclusion of works that range from heartfelt Christmas stories to reflective New Years musings, each piece echoing the periods rich literary tradition while also paving the way for future explorations of genre and theme. The authors Eliza Leslie, Mrs. Hughs, Mrs. Childs, and Mrs. Sigourney were prominent figures who played pivotal roles in shaping 19th-century American literature, particularly in the domain of womens writing. Coming from diverse backgrounds, these authors collectively bring a wealth of experiences and perspectives, enriching the anthologys exploration of themes such as family, tradition, and societal expectations. Their contributions reflect the broader historical and cultural movements of their time, offering readers a window into the complexities and beauties of early American life. 'The Hawthorne: A Christmas and New Years Present' is an essential read for those who cherish the depth and diversity of literary expression. It provides a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the work of pioneering female authors whose voices contribute to our understanding of 19th-century American society. This anthology not only celebrates the festive season but also encourages readers to reflect on the societal norms of the past, inviting a dialogue between the historical context of the authors works and the contemporary readers perspective. It is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts of American literature, offering a rich tapestry of stories that resonate with timeless themes and human experiences.

The Art of Music Production

Author : Richard James Burgess
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199359326
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (993 download)

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Download or read book The Art of Music Production written by Richard James Burgess and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2013-09-02 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Music Production is the first book to comprehensively analyze and describe the role of the music producer in creating successful music recordings. Now in its fourth edition, it is the definitive guide to the art and business of music production. Author and producer Richard James Burgess distills this complex field by defining the distinct roles of a music producer.The first part of the book outlines the underlying theory of the art of music production. The second focuses on the job's practical aspects, including training, getting into the business, and--most importantly--the musical, financial, and interpersonal relationships producers have with artists and their labels. The book is packed with insights from successful music producers, ranging from the beginnings of recorded sound to today's chart-toppers and across genre lines. It features many revealing anecdotes, encompassing both the daily and overarching career-related challenges that a producer faces. Burgess addresses the changes in the nature of music production brought about by technology and, in particular, the millennial shift that has occurred with digital recording and distribution. His lifelong experience in the recording industry as a studio musician, artist, composer, producer, manager, and marketer, combined with his extensive academic research in the field, brings a unique breadth and depth of understanding to the topic.

Exploring Transculturalism

Author : Wolfgang Berg
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3531924400
Total Pages : 173 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (319 download)

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Download or read book Exploring Transculturalism written by Wolfgang Berg and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-07-08 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1. 2 Culture and Identity in a Postmodern World Michel Foucault’s statement that: “The present epoch will perhaps be above all the epoch of space. We are in the epoch of simultaneity; we are in the epoch of juxtaposition” (M. Foucault 1986: 22) heralded a new approach to identity in the contemporary world by suggesting that one’s identity is formed not as a result of the cultural and national values and history one has inherited, but rather as a result of the different spaces through which one travels. In other words, one’s identity is no longer perceived as an inherited construct but rather as something flexible that changes as one moves through the more fluid spaces of the contemporary, globalized world and internalizes a mixture of the different cultures and ideas that one encounters. The idealized contemporary traveller will thus effortlessly cross national and cultural borders and negotiate a constantly changing and flexible identity for himself. Andy Bennett argues that it is no longer even possible to conceive of identity as a static entity, forged from a communal history and value system, because all of the traditional certainties on which identity formation were based in the past have been fatally undermined by a postmodernist flux and fluidity: “Once clearly demarcated by relatively static and ethnically homogenous communities, the ‘spaces’ and ‘places’ of everyday life are now highly pluralistic and contested, and are constantly being defined and redefined through processes of relocation and cultural hybridisation” (A.

Celebrating the Fourth

Author : Len Travers
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Celebrating the Fourth written by Len Travers and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrating the Fourth provides a history of this holiday and explores its role in shaping a national identity and consciousness in three cities - Boston, Charleston, and Philadelphia - during the first fifty years of the American republic. Independence Day celebrations justified, validated, and helped maintain nationalism among people unused to offering political allegiance beyond their own state borders.