The World Encyclopedia Of Christmas (Paperback)
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 miracul