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The Secret History of Christmas: Take a Festive Journey Through Time


Publishing Details

Full Title:

The Secret History of Christmas: Take a Festive Journey Through Time

Contributors:

By (Author) Catherine Saunders

ISBN:

9781526368072

Publisher:

Hachette Children's Group

Imprint:

Wren & Rook

Publication Date:

10th February 2026

Country:

United Kingdom

Classifications

Readership:

Children

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Physical Properties

Number of Pages:

160

Dimensions:

Width 156mm, Height 240mm

Description

*The perfect gift this Christmas*

Christmas is a day when history is made.

Take a festive journey through time and uncover the incredible historical events, amazing scientific discoveries and unique true stories that all happened on December 25th.

From William the Conqueror's dramatic coronation in 1066 and the World War One truce in 1914, to the incredible launch of the James Webb telescope in 2021 and daring Christmas Day heists - a lot has happened on Christmas Days down the years.

Plus, discover quirky traditions and Winter Solstice celebrations from the Vikings to the Mayans, learn about the foods people eat and festivities from around the world, and see December 25th like it's never been seen before.

A unique stocking filler gift for curious minds at Christmas.

Author Bio

Catherine Saunders is a writer and editor, specialising in non-fiction. She has written about everything from dinosaurs to Darth Vader. She is passionate about creating engaging content on high-interest topics for all ages and reading abilities. Catherine has two children and loves making up bedtime stories for them.

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