Christmas
A Short History From Solstice To Santa By Andy Thomas from Quarto Knows. Have
you ever wondered where Christmas comes from? Or why and how it has been
celebrated throughout the centuries? This book takes you on an intriguing and entertaining
journey through its social history.
Learn about the: astrological associations, the symbolism of the Nativity, excesses of the Roman festival of Saturnalia, Puritan ban of Christmas, Victorian-era revival
Learn about the: astrological associations, the symbolism of the Nativity, excesses of the Roman festival of Saturnalia, Puritan ban of Christmas, Victorian-era revival
introduction
and rise of gift-giving, origins
and developments of Father
Christmas,
food and traditions from around the world, history of its stories, songs, and symbols.
