O Christmas Tree: Its History and Holiday Traditions
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
O Christmas Tree: Its History and Holiday Traditions
By (Author) Jacqueline Farmer
Illustrated by Joanne Friar
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.
1st January 2014
1st July 2010
United States
Classifications
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage fiction and true stories
394.266
Physical Properties
Paperback
32
Width 219mm, Height 277mm, Spine 4mm
193g
Description
Explore the roots of the modern Christmas tree with this perfect holiday gift for kids. When did people really start putting up Christmas trees-and why From ancient Egyptian and Roman winter solstice customs to the eleventh-century European miracle plays and sixteenth-century New Year's customs that gave us decorated trees full of candlelight, Jacqueline Farmer walks through the histories and cultures that combined to produce the current-day practice of the Christmas tree.Beautiful illustrations capture the magic and festivity of the holiday season.Includes information about how these special evergreens are grown and harvested. Back matter includes fun facts and a list of further reading.
Author Bio
Jaqueline Farmer is the author of APPLES, PUMPKINS, VALENTINE BE MINE, among other books for young readers. She lives in Greensboro, North Carolina.
