Christmas
A short history from solstice to santa
by Andy Thomas
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Buy on Amazon
Buy on BN.com
Buy on Bookshop.org
*This page contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you.
Send NetGalley books directly to your Kindle or Kindle app
1
To read on a Kindle or Kindle app, please add kindle@netgalley.com as an approved email address to receive files in your Amazon account. Click here for step-by-step instructions.
2
Also find your Kindle email address within your Amazon account, and enter it here.
Pub Date Oct 01 2019 | Archive Date Nov 19 2019
Quarto Publishing Group - Ivy Press | Ivy Press
Talking about this book? Use #TheChristmasBook #NetGalley. More hashtag tips!
Description
Covering ancient ceremonies, mythology, the gospels, and traditions from around the world, this book uncovers the fascinating background to one of the biggest festive seasons—Christmas.
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:
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
- Nativity
- excesses of the Roman festival of Saturnalia
- Puritan ban of Christmas
- introduction and rise of gift-giving
- origins and developments of Santa Claus
- food and traditions from around the world
- history of its stories, songs and symbols
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781782407805 |
| PRICE | $14.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 144 |
Average rating from 20 members
Readers who liked this book also liked:
Falling in Love with a Traveling Cat: Mofusand's 1st Illustration Book!
JUNO
Arts & Photography, Comics, Graphic Novels, Manga, Travel
JUNO
Arts & Photography, Comics, Graphic Novels, Manga, Travel
© 2025 NetGalley LLC
• All Rights Reserved
