The winter solstice : the sacred traditions of Christmas
Matthews, John, 1948-1998
Books
The author shows how Christmas has changed over the years, gradually incorporating Celtic and other winter customs. As well as European customs he also examines Native American and Shamanistic practices during the festive season.
Main title:
The winter solstice : the sacred traditions of Christmas / John Matthews ; with contributions from Caitlı́n Matthews.
Imprint:
London : Thorsons, 1998.
Collation:
247p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 27 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 242-245).
ISBN:
9780722537381 (hbk)
Local class:
394.268282
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
511884