The Story of Christmas Traditions in England($11.49Value)

Description

Since ancient times, midwinter has been a season of celebration in the land that would become England. From sacred stone circles to Roman villas, Anglo-Saxon churches, Tudor banquets, and Victorian Christmas trees, this beautifully illustrated book takes children on a gentle journey through history, showing how familiar Christmas traditions were gathered over hundreds of years. Inside, you will discover: Ancient Britons marking the winter solstice with greenery and ceremonial fires - Romans sharing gifts, games, and feasts during Saturnalia - Anglo-Saxons worshipping in churches after Christianity came to Britain - Tudor courts celebrating the Twelve Days of Christmas with banquets every night - Victorian families at home, enjoying the new tradition of decorating Christmas trees - Edwardian shop windows and the Christmas Truce in the First World War …and many more festive traditions Written in clear, child-friendly language and paired with detailed artwork, this book is ideal for young families to read aloud together or for older children to enjoy on their own.