Title:
Holiday symbols and customs : a guide to the legend and lore behind the traditions, rituals, foods, games, animals, and other symbols and activities associated with holidays and holy days, feasts and fasts, and other celebrations, covering ancient, calendar, religious, historic, folkloric, national, promotional, and sporting events, as observed in the United States and around the world.
Publication Information:
Detroit, MI : Omnigraphics, [2015]
Call Number:
GT3930 .T48 2015
Abstract:
"Describes the origins of over 365 holidays around the world. Explains where, when, and how each event is celebrated, with detailed information on the symbols and customs associated with the holiday. Includes contact information and web sites for related organizations"-- Provided by publisher.
Edition:
5th edition.
ISBN:
9780780813649
Physical Description:
xviii, 1437 pages ; 25 cm
