02488cam a22003253u 4500 19587 UtSlPG 20260610133445.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 GT Janvier, Thomas A. (Thomas Allibone), 1849-1913 The Christmas Kalends of Provence : And Some Other Provençal Festivals Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-10-19 Produced by Amy Cunningham, Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "The Christmas Kalends of Provence" by Thomas A. Janvier is a collection of festive narratives detailing the Christmas traditions and celebrations in the Provençal region of France, written in the early 20th century. The work vividly explores various cultural rituals, customs, and the warm interactions among characters, primarily set against the picturesque backdrop of Provence during the holiday season. The narrative is infused with local lore, revealing how the past intertwines with the present through the region's unique celebrations. At the start of the narrative, the author transports readers to Provence, where he shares an intimate account of his arrival at the home of Monsieur de Vièlmur, an old-school country gentleman dedicated to preserving traditional Provençal customs. The protagonist is welcomed warmly to experience the elaborate Christmas preparations, which begin with the planting of Saint Barbara's grain—a tradition believed to foretell the upcoming harvest. As the festivities unfold, readers are introduced to various characters, including Misè Fougueiroun, the housekeeper, and the vibrant family dynamics that highlight the joy and communal spirit surrounding the upcoming celebrations, setting the stage for the rich exploration of Provençal culture during Christmas. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Festivals -- France -- Provence Christmas -- France -- Provence Provence (France) -- Social life and customs https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19587 60947 60947