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Book Synopsis The Old Magic of Christmas by : Linda Raedisch
Download or read book The Old Magic of Christmas written by Linda Raedisch and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2013 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Not so very long ago, Yuletide was as much a chilling season of ghosts and witches as it was a festival of goodwill. In The Old Magic of Christmas you'll find a Christmas bestiary and a White Witch's herbal, as well as tips for delving more deeply into your relationship with the unseen. Bring the festivities into your home with cookie recipes and ornament making while brushing elbows with veiled spirits and discovering the true perils of elves. Rife with the more frightful characters from folklore and the season's most petulant ghosts, this book takes you on a spooky sleigh ride from the silvered firs of a winter forest to the mirrored halls of the Snow Queen.
Book Synopsis Santa Claus Worldwide by : Tom A. Jerman
Download or read book Santa Claus Worldwide written by Tom A. Jerman and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2020-05-01 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a comprehensive history of the world's midwinter gift-givers, showcasing the extreme diversity in their depictions as well as the many traits and functions these characters share. It tracks the evolution of these figures from the tribal priests who presided over winter solstice celebrations thousands of years before the birth of Christ, to Christian notables like St. Martin and St. Nicholas, to a variety of secular figures who emerged throughout Europe following the Protestant Reformation. Finally, it explains how the popularity of a poem about a "miniature sleigh" and "eight tiny reindeer" helped consolidate the diverse European gift-givers into an enduring tradition in which American children awake early on Christmas morning to see what Santa brought. Although the names, appearance, attire and gift-giving practices of the world's winter solstice gift-givers differ greatly, they are all recognizable as Santa, the personification of the Christmas and Midwinter festivals. Despite efforts to eliminate him by groups as diverse as the Puritans of seventeenth century New England, the Communist Party of the twentieth century Soviet Union and the government of Nazi Germany, Santa has survived and prospered, becoming one of the best known and most beloved figures in the world.
Book Synopsis The Atlas of Christmas by : Alex Palmer
Download or read book The Atlas of Christmas written by Alex Palmer and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the fascinating (and sometimes downright odd!) ways that people and nations celebrate the holiday season and share this festive compendium's unique traditions together with family and friends. Do you know that in Guatemala there's a "Burn the Devil" tradition to kick off the Christmas season, where revelers gather to set fire to devil-piñatas? In Sweden, a popular figure in Christmas traditions is the Yule Goat, a rowdy, menacing character who demands gifts. And in Japan, a big bucket of Kentucky Fried Chicken has become the classic Christmas Day feast. These and many other global Christmas traditions are featured here in this delightful book. From decorations and activities to feasts and special treats, there's a wide range of both lovely and unusual traditions from around the globe.
Book Synopsis The Secret History of Christmas Baking by : Linda Raedisch
Download or read book The Secret History of Christmas Baking written by Linda Raedisch and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2023-09-08 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the Surprising and Sometimes Dark Origins of Beloved Holiday Bakes Spice up your season by rolling, molding, and kneading your way through some of the world's most iconic Christmas recipes. Interspersed with tales of sailors, saints, tomb raiders, and artisans, The Secret History of Christmas Baking proves that even the humblest holiday treat has a global backstory. Did you know that the ancient Egyptians had their own version of gingerbread or that marzipan was once considered a pharmaceutical? Linda Raedisch dispels some long-standing culinary myths and delves into the darker chapters of the West's centuries-long romance?with sugar and spices. In addition to more than forty recipes for modern bakers, you'll find illustrated instructions for dressing up your cakes and cookie plates with paper stars, angels, and witches. From Linzer tartlets to Christstollen, you can turn your kitchen into an Old World Christmas market stall.
Book Synopsis How Christmas Became Christmas by : Nathaniel Parry
Download or read book How Christmas Became Christmas written by Nathaniel Parry and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2022-10-31 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In some respects, the contrasts of Christmas are what make it the most delightful time of the year. It is a time of generosity, kindness and peace on earth, with broad permission to indulge in food, drink and gifts. On the other hand, Christmas has become a battleground for raging culture wars, marred by debates about how it should be celebrated and acknowledged as a uniquely Christian holiday. This text argues that much of the animosity is based on a fundamental misunderstanding of the holiday's core character. By tracing Christmas's origins as a pagan celebration of the winter solstice and its development in Europe's Christianization, this history explains that the true "reason for the season" has as much to do with the earth's movement around the sun as with the birth of Christ. Chapters chronicle how Christmas's magic and misrule link to the nativity, and why the carnival side of the holiday appears so separated from traditional Christian beliefs.
Book Synopsis New World Witchery by : Cory Thomas Hutcheson
Download or read book New World Witchery written by Cory Thomas Hutcheson and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2021-04-08 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore Nearly 500 Samples of Folk Magic, Stories, Artifacts, Rituals, and Beliefs One of the most comprehensive collections of witchcraft and folk magic ever written, New World Witchery shows you how to integrate folk traditions into your life and deepen your understanding of magic. Folklore expert Cory Thomas Hutcheson guides you to the crossroads of folk magic, where you'll learn about different practices and try them for yourself. This treasure trove of witchery features an enormous collection of stories, artifacts, rituals, and traditions. Explore chapters on magical heritage, divination, familiars, magical protection, and spirit communication. Discover the secrets of flying, gathering and creating magical supplies, living by the moon, working contemporary folk magic, and more. This book also provides brief profiles of significant folk magicians, healers, and seers, so you can both meet the practitioners and experience their craft. With New World Witchery, you'll create a unique roadmap to the folk magic all around you.
Book Synopsis A Scary Little Christmas by : Matthew C. DuPée
Download or read book A Scary Little Christmas written by Matthew C. DuPée and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2022-06-07 with total page 371 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Controversial yet beloved among audiences, Christmas-themed horror movies emerged in the early 1970s and gained a notorious reputation with Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984), depicting Santa as an ax-wielding maniac. Some parents and conservative groups condemned the film, while others embraced the portrayal of Yuletide as a backdrop for fear and dread. Drawing on interviews with directors, producers, special effects artists, photographers and actors, this book celebrates the sordid, colorful history of the Christmas horror subgenre. Psycho Santa films such as Christmas Evil (1980) and 3615 code Pere Noel (1989) are examined, along with "Yule-Die" slashers like The Dorm that Dripped Blood (1982), Black Christmas (1974) and Silent Night, Bloody Night (1972). Commercial successes like Gremlins (1984) and Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) are covered, as well as more recent releases such as Better Watch Out (2016), Red Christmas (2016) and Deathcember (2019). Rare photographs, promotional materials and an annotated filmography are provided.
Book Synopsis Llewellyn's Little Book of Yule by : Jason Mankey
Download or read book Llewellyn's Little Book of Yule written by Jason Mankey and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2020-09-08 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Filled with dozens of magical tips, recipes, crafts, and spells, Llewellyn's Little Book of Yule shares everything you need to make your Yuletide memorable and enchanting. From wassail blessings to the spirits of the solstice, this book delves into the lore of familiar traditions as well as observances that may be brand new to you, making it an invaluable resource for bringing meaning and magic to your holiday season.
Book Synopsis The Magic of Christmas by : John Silbersack
Download or read book The Magic of Christmas written by John Silbersack and published by Roc. This book was released on 1992-11-03 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Library Journal: Two collections of Christmas stories by science fiction and fantasy authors feature original contributions to seasonal cheer.
Book Synopsis Naive Occasional Papers. Volume One by : Stanley Graham
Download or read book Naive Occasional Papers. Volume One written by Stanley Graham and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2010-10-27 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first volume of my collected essays. Unashamedly self-centred but nevertheless considered comment on my world and society. They are intended to be used as future evidence for at least one man's view of life. I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoyed the writing.400 pages with over 100 illustrations.
Book Synopsis The Magic of Christmas by : Edward J. Capocy
Download or read book The Magic of Christmas written by Edward J. Capocy and published by . This book was released on 1991-07-01 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Magic Of Christmas by : Ronald R R Micallef
Download or read book The Magic Of Christmas written by Ronald R R Micallef and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-09 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fascinating and enchanting story begins on the Eve of Christmas, just before the clocks strike midnight in the world of man. A magic star descends from the sky and strikes an ancient monument bringing life into the North Pole. The is called the awakening. The elves together with Santa Claus would awaken from their yearly slumber and begin the construction of the toys, as the awakening begins the world of man is placed into a magical sleep, nothing roams the world but silence, only the wind can be heard thrashing about causing mayhem. Within the North Pole, there is one particular elf who goes by the name of Big Feet, and if he was to stand sideways on he would resemble the letter "L". Big Feet gets into a great deal of trouble, his feet in the cause of his downfall, and no elf will work alongside him, they are very cruel, by calling him all kinds of nasty names, in the end, Big Feet hides on the sleigh of Santa just to get away and finds himself in deeper trouble. Santa discovers Big Feet but it's too late to return to the North Pole, so in the end, Big Feet helps Santa to deliver the presents. Santa discloses to Big Feet his secret. For years he has been visiting a very special young human by the name of Keeley-Jade Micallef, the only human who is immune to the powerful sleeping potion scattered throughout the world. The human turns out to be the Princess of Christmas and together Big Feet and Keeley-Jade save Santa from the harsh weather. Back at the North Pole Keeley-Jade and the ancient monument are bound together by powerful enchanted magic, the monument opens to reveal a golden key and a crown, the golden key once placed inside the monument opens a door into new worlds and new adventures. Unfortunate for us humans, we cannot venture into this realm to discover its secrets, you need to continue the story by yourself
Download or read book The Magic of Christmas written by and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of six previously published picture books.
Book Synopsis An Old-Fashioned Christmas by : Jackie Corley
Download or read book An Old-Fashioned Christmas written by Jackie Corley and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2019-11-12 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of inspirational, meaningful and fun quotes celebrating the spirit of Christmas. Deck the halls with boughs of jolly and the An Old-Fashioned Christmas. Chock full of holiday sentiments and joyous words, this Christmas quote book is the perfect stocking stuffer book for the season.
Book Synopsis The Magic of Christmas by : Andrea Edwards
Download or read book The Magic of Christmas written by Andrea Edwards and published by Silhouette. This book was released on 1993-11 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Magic of Christmas by : Emma Craig
Download or read book The Magic of Christmas written by Emma Craig and published by Love Spell. This book was released on 1998 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Four magical, romantic tales of Christmas are collected in this volume, featuring stories by Emma Craig, Annie Kimberlin, Kathleen Nance, and Stobie Piel. Reissue.
Book Synopsis Magic of Christmas by : Larry T Harris
Download or read book Magic of Christmas written by Larry T Harris and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Larry has always had extraordinary feelings and memories of the Christmas season. Not many of us can remember each of our Christmas trees, their ornaments, the presents under the tree, right down to each food item enjoyed. Larry can. In fact, with each passing year, Larry's excitement and memories about the season have only grown stronger. It seems only natural then that when Larry finds himself unemployed during the holiday season that he accepted a job to play as Santa. Little does Larry know that he will find himself at the crossroads of a life-changing decision. From learning the meaning of the red, white, and leather of the Santa suit to learning of the Elfin kingdom of Evermagic, The Magic of Christmas tells the story of the partnership between men and elves as they begin Christmas. From Larry's unconventional methods of playing Santa to being introduced to the Prince of elves, San, who seems to have all the answers, you will find this to be a holiday present you will want to open each and every Christmas season. How is that possible? It's Christmas Magic!
