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The World Encyclopedia of Christmas

Author : Gerry Bowler
Publisher : McClelland & Stewart
ISBN 13 : 1551996073
Total Pages : 1075 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (519 download)

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Download or read book The World Encyclopedia of Christmas written by Gerry Bowler and published by McClelland & Stewart. This book was released on 2012-10-23 with total page 1075 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At last, a truly comprehensive look at Christmas and all of its customs with its long history around the world. 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. Who, for example, knew the links between the Punch and Judy show and Christmas? That the medieval Paradise tree hung with tempting apples was the forerunner of the Christmas tree? About the Peerie Guizers, who terrorized the Shetland Islands, going door-to-door for Christmas charity? Or what Freudians make of our interest in Christmas stockings and Santa’s entrance through the chimney? There are detailed accounts of Wren Boys and Star Boys, mumming and wassailing, the Feast of Fools and the origins of eggnog. And of course stories of the Nativity and legends of the Magi. With beautifully illustrated accounts ranging from the pagan roots of Yuletide, through the birth of Christ, and the long and fascinating history of the festival ever since, The World Encyclopedia of Christmas, is a rich and continually surprising array of religious and secular history, trivia, literature, and art. This wonderful book deserves to find a home with every family that celebrates Christmas.

Encyclopedia of Christmas

Author : Tanya Gulevich
Publisher : Visible Ink Press
ISBN 13 : 9780780804555
Total Pages : 752 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (45 download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Christmas written by Tanya Gulevich and published by Visible Ink Press. This book was released on 2002-09-01 with total page 752 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Like sparkling lights and colorful ornaments on a holiday tree, Encyclopedia of Christmas offers myriad facts all in one place. The subtitle says it all: 'Nearly 200 alphabetically arranged entries covering all aspects of Christmas, including folk customs, religious observances, history, legends, symbols, and related days from Europe, America, and around the world.' The Encyclopedia's strong point is its international coverage reflected in the 20 or so entries devoted to Christmas in specific countries or regions all over the world, and the multicultural flavor of its articles. Web sites are offered for countries, Christmas trees, customs, and Christmas movies. Fact- and fun-filled, this is a resource for everyone."--"Outstanding reference sources 2000", American Libraries, May 2000. Comp. by the Reference Sources Committee, RUSA, ALA.

Encyclopedia of Christmas and New Year's Celebrations

Author : Tanya Gulevich
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1014 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Christmas and New Year's Celebrations written by Tanya Gulevich and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 1014 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 240 alphabetically arranged entries covering Christmas, New Year's, and related days of observance, including folk and religious customs, history, legends, and symbols from around the world.

The Christmas Encyclopedia

Author : William D. Crump
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 506 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Christmas Encyclopedia written by William D. Crump and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2006 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you know that Iraqi Christians celebrate Christmas Eve with a bonfire of thorns? That farmers in the Netherlands practice Midwinter Horn Blowing throughout the Advent season? That people in Caracas, Venezuela, roller-skate to midnight mass on Christmas Eve? Find these fascinating facts and hundreds more in this new edition of William Crump's acclaimed Christmas Encyclopedia. From Charles Dickens to Robert Frost, from Mele Kalikimaka to Messiah, and from Charlie Brown to the Waltons, all our favorite Christmas traditions--modern and vintage--are covered here. Crump's second edition of this comprehensive reference work adds 120 new entries, bringing the total number of Christmas-related topics to more than 480. Subjects include individual carols and songs, Christmas episodes of television series, literary figures, and popular Christmas symbols, as well as the origins of some of our most celebrated Christmas traditions. Unique to this work is its emphasis on Christmas as depicted in the popular media, with entries covering literary works, motion pictures and television specials expressing holiday themes.

The Christmas Encyclopedia, 4th ed.

Author : William D. Crump
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 1476687900
Total Pages : 632 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (766 download)

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Download or read book The Christmas Encyclopedia, 4th ed. written by William D. Crump and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2022-12-16 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the manger of Jesus Christ to the 21st century, this encyclopedia explores more than 2,000 years of Christmas past and present through 966 entries packed with a wide variety of historical and pop-culture subjects. Entries detail customs and traditions from around the world as well as classic Christmas movies, TV series/specials and animated cartoons. Arranged alphabetically by entry name, the book includes the historical background of popular sacred and secular songs as well as accounts of beloved literary works with Christmas themes from such noted authors as Charles Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, Hans Christian Andersen, Pearl Buck, Henry Van Dyke and others. All things Christmas are available here in one comprehensive volume.

Encyclopedia of Christmas

Author : Tanya Gulevich
Publisher : Turtleback Books
ISBN 13 : 9781417637768
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (377 download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Christmas written by Tanya Gulevich and published by Turtleback Books. This book was released on 2002-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Like sparkling lights and colorful ornaments on a holiday tree, Encyclopedia of Christmas offers myriad facts all in one place. The subtitle says it all: 'Nearly 200 alphabetically arranged entries covering all aspects of Christmas, including folk custom

The Christmas Encyclopedia, 3d ed.

Author : William D. Crump
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 9780786468270
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (682 download)

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Download or read book The Christmas Encyclopedia, 3d ed. written by William D. Crump and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2013-09-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This considerably expanded third edition of The Christmas Encyclopedia (2001) adds 281 new entries, bringing the total number of Christmas topics to more than 760. Continuing in the format of the previous editions, a wide variety of subjects are included: individual carols and songs; historical events at Christmastime; popular Christmas symbols; Christmas plants, place names, and stamps; and celebrations in countries around the world, including the origins of some of the most cherished traditions in the United States. Unique to this work is its emphasis on Christmas as depicted in the popular media, with entries covering literary works such as Call Me Mrs. Miracle and Silver Bells, classic television series such as Bonanza and Little House on the Prairie, motion pictures such as Arthur Christmas and Santa Clause 3, and television specials expressing holiday themes.

Happy Holidays--Animated!

Author : William D. Crump
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 147663646X
Total Pages : 419 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (766 download)

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Download or read book Happy Holidays--Animated! written by William D. Crump and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2019-03-11 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the early 20th century, animated Christmas cartoons have brightened the holiday season around the world--first in theaters, then on television. From devotional portrayals of the Nativity to Santa battling villains and monsters, this encyclopedia catalogs more than 1,800 international Christmas-themed cartoons and others with year-end themes of Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and the New Year. Explore beloved television specials such as A Charlie Brown Christmas, theatrical shorts such as Santa's Workshop, holiday episodes from animated television series like American Dad! and The Simpsons, feature films like The Nutcracker Prince and obscure productions such as The Insects' Christmas, along with numerous adaptations and parodies of such classics as A Christmas Carol and Twas the Night before Christmas.

Christmas in Ireland

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (12 download)

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Download or read book Christmas in Ireland written by and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Tis the Season TV

Author : Joanna Wilson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780984269983
Total Pages : 800 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (699 download)

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Download or read book Tis the Season TV written by Joanna Wilson and published by . This book was released on 2010-11-01 with total page 800 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes summaries of thousands of Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and New Year's themed episodes of TV series, TV specials and made-for-TV movies. Information generally includes year of copyright, director, executive producer, and/or producer credit (if applicable), program summary or synopsis, and special guests.

The Encyclopaedia of Christmas

Author : Gerry Bowler
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781843548997
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (489 download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopaedia of Christmas written by Gerry Bowler and published by . This book was released on 2008-11-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Christmas Set, 17 Vols

Author : World Book Encyclopedia
Publisher : Random House Trade
ISBN 13 : 9780716608721
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (87 download)

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Download or read book Christmas Set, 17 Vols written by World Book Encyclopedia and published by Random House Trade. This book was released on 2000-12-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes in text and illustrations how Christmas is celebrated around the world. Also includes stories, songs, recipes, and craft projects.

The Christmas Encyclopedia, 4th ed.

Author : William D. Crump
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 1476647593
Total Pages : 632 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (766 download)

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Download or read book The Christmas Encyclopedia, 4th ed. written by William D. Crump and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2022-12-22 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the manger of Jesus Christ to the 21st century, this encyclopedia explores more than 2,000 years of Christmas past and present through 966 entries packed with a wide variety of historical and pop-culture subjects. Entries detail customs and traditions from around the world as well as classic Christmas movies, TV series/specials and animated cartoons. Arranged alphabetically by entry name, the book includes the historical background of popular sacred and secular songs as well as accounts of beloved literary works with Christmas themes from such noted authors as Charles Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, Hans Christian Andersen, Pearl Buck, Henry Van Dyke and others. All things Christmas are available here in one comprehensive volume.

Christmas in Britain

Author : World Book Encyclopedia, inc
Publisher : World Book .com
ISBN 13 : 9780716608745
Total Pages : 86 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (87 download)

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Download or read book Christmas in Britain written by World Book Encyclopedia, inc and published by World Book .com. This book was released on 1996 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each 80-page Christmas Around the World Book includes full narratives explaining the customs of the region covered, photography and illustrations, spe cial sections of native songs, recipes, and fun-to-do crafts.

Christmas Food and Feasting

Author : Madeline Shanahan
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1442276983
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (422 download)

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Download or read book Christmas Food and Feasting written by Madeline Shanahan and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-04-05 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the history of Christmas food and feasting in the English-speaking world and tells the story of the evolution of our most cherished festive dishes, from their pagan past to the present. It details the rise of the turkey and ham, the history of our favorite desserts and sweet treats, and the grand tradition of Christmas imbibing.

Santa Claus

Author : Gerry Bowler
Publisher : McClelland & Stewart
ISBN 13 : 1551996081
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (519 download)

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Download or read book Santa Claus written by Gerry Bowler and published by McClelland & Stewart. This book was released on 2011-07-27 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An entertaining, often surprising look at the life of the world’s most influential fictional character. He is the embodiment of charity and generosity, a creation of mythology, a tool of clever capitalists. The very idea of him is enduring and powerful. Santa Claus was born in early-nineteenth-century America, but his family tree goes back seven hundred years to Saint Nicholas, patron saint of children. Intervening generations were shaggy and strange — whip-wielding menaces to naughty boys and girls. Yet as the raucous, outdoor, alcohol-fuelled holiday gave way to a more domestic, sentimental model, a new kind of gift-bringer was called for — a loveable elf, still judgmental but far less threatening. In this engaging social and cultural history, Gerry Bowler examines the place of Santa Claus in history, literature, advertising, and art. He traces his metamorphosis from a beardless youth into a red-suited peddler. He reveals the lesser-known aspects of the gift-bringer’s life — Santa’s involvement with social and political causes of all stripes (he enlisted on the Union side in the American Civil War), his starring role in the movies and as adman for gun-makers and insurance companies. And he demolishes the myths surrounding Santa Claus and Coca-Cola. Santa Claus: A Biography will stand as the classic work on the long-lived and multifarious Mr. Claus.

Christmas

Author : Bruce David Forbes
Publisher : Univ of California Press
ISBN 13 : 9780520258020
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (58 download)

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Download or read book Christmas written by Bruce David Forbes and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In a fascinating, concise tour through history, the book tells the story of Christmas-from its pre-Christian roots, through the birth of Jesus, to the holiday's spread across Europe into the Americas and beyond, and to its mind-boggling transformation through modern consumer culture."--Page 2 of cover.