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Christmas

A short history from solstice to santa

Andy Thomas

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Hardback

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English
Quarto Books
01 October 2019
In an intriguing and entertaining journey, this book uncovers the fascinating background to one of the biggest festive seasons. From the ancient ceremonies celebrating Midwinter to festivals of Sol Invictus, and from Constantine's establishment of a Christian festival to medieval 'misrule', the time around the solstice has long been an opportunity for people to come together and rejoice. These festive traditions have developed in many directions around the world. This book tells the fuller story behind the sparkle and the merriment, and shows why, despite all the modern commercialism, Christmas has survived and still has meaning for us today.

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Imprint:   Quarto Books
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 198mm,  Width: 139mm, 
ISBN:   9781782407805
ISBN 10:   1782407804
Pages:   144
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Andy Thomas is one of the UK's most experienced lecturers and authors on folklore, histories and unexplained mysteries. He has made numerous appearances on radio and TV, including BBC One's The One Show. He is renowned for his thought-provoking and entertaining books and lectures, and speaks prolifically to all kinds of audiences across Britain and around the world.

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