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100 1 _aDawson, W. F.
_q(William Francis)
245 1 0 _aChristmas: Its Origin and Associations :
_bTogether with Its Historical Events and Festive Celebrations During Nineteen Centuries
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-07-10
508 _aE-text prepared by Robert Cicconetti, Turgut Dincer, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Christmas: Its Origin and Associations" by W. F. Dawson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the multifaceted origins and diverse celebrations of Christmas throughout nineteen centuries, intertwining historical events, cultural customs, and festive practices. The book likely covers the evolution of Christmas from its biblical roots to modern-day observances, celebrating how different cultures have contributed to the holiday's rich tapestry. The opening of this work introduces readers to Dawson's enthusiasm for the topic of Christmas, stemming from his earlier writings on the subject. He reflects on his extensive research into Christmas celebrations, noting that these traditions serve as vital links to history and provide an array of fascinating details about how various cultures commemorate the holiday. Dawson expresses his intention to compile a comprehensive account of Christmas festivities, validated by historical sources, thus setting the stage for a detailed exploration of early customs, significant events, and the development of Christmas traditions across the globe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChristmas -- History
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22042
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