Back To Christmas In The 19th And Early 20th Centuries

Back To Christmas In The 19th And Early 20th Centuries
Author: Charles Bonnet
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2021-10-27
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If you want to know about Christmas from the 19th century, this book will show you through stories. This book is a neat collection of stories. You will instantly be transformed into the world of Christmas past! Journey back to the 19th and early 20th centuries in this glimpse of days gone by. Whether you are curled up by the fire with a cup of hot chocolate on a rainy afternoon or you're looking for superb stories to read aloud to the kids this Christmas Eve, you will be beyond satisfied with the short, easy-to-read stories found in this book.

Gender Inequalities in Rural European Communities During 19th and Early 20th Century

Gender Inequalities in Rural European Communities During 19th and Early 20th Century
Author: Polly Thanailaki
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 174
Release: 2018-03-05
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 3319752359

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This book provides an overview of women’s opportunities for schooling, their social activities, and the social biases they faced in rural communities in Greece, Italy and parts of the Balkans during the 19th and early 20th century. It examines such topics as female illiteracy, the efforts of women-protestant missionaries to expand knowledge through Protestantism, the prejudice against education for women, the socio-economic context, the roles women fulfilled, and the structure of the patriarchal family. The book approaches these issues from the perspective of pedagogy and social history. The fundamental questions discussed by the book are: How was female education viewed by the country folk? What was the role of women in the private and the public sphere? How did peasant women respond to the challenges of the ‘modern’ world? Were they free to express their feelings and ambitions? In what way? Were they happy?

Encyclopaedia Britannica

Encyclopaedia Britannica
Author: Hugh Chisholm
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1090
Release: 1910
Genre: Encyclopedias and dictionaries
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This eleventh edition was developed during the encyclopaedia's transition from a British to an American publication. Some of its articles were written by the best-known scholars of the time and it is considered to be a landmark encyclopaedia for scholarship and literary style.

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Publisher: Soffer Publishing
Total Pages: 98
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Midcentury Christmas: Holiday Fads, Fancies, and Fun from 1945 to 1970

Midcentury Christmas: Holiday Fads, Fancies, and Fun from 1945 to 1970
Author: Sarah Archer
Publisher: The Countryman Press
Total Pages: 425
Release: 2016-10-18
Genre: History
ISBN: 1581575386

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A celebration of Christmas in the 1950s and '60s Midcentury America was a wonderland of department stores, suburban cul-de-sacs, and Tupperware parties. Every kid on the block had to have the latest cool toy, be it an Easy Bake Oven for pretend baking, a rocket ship for pretend space travel, or a Slinky, just because. At Christmastime, postwar America's dreams and desires were on full display, from shopping mall Santas to shiny aluminum Christmas trees, from the Grinch to Charlie Brown's beloved spindly Christmas tree. Now design maven Sarah Archer tells the story of how Christmastime in America rocketed from the Victorian period into Space Age, thanks to the new technologies and unprecedented prosperity that shaped the era. The book will feature iconic favorites of that time, including: • A visual feast of Christmastime eats and recipes, from magazines and food and appliance makers • Christmas cards from artists and designers of the era, featuring Henry Dreyfuss, Charles & Ray Eames, and Alexander Girard • Vintage how-to templates and instructions for holiday decor from Good Housekeeping and the 1960's craft craze • Advice from Popular Mechanics on how to glamorize your holiday dining table • Decorating advice for your new Aluminum Christmas Tree from ALCOA (the Aluminum Company of America) • The first American-made glass ornaments from Corning Glassworks Midcentury Christmas is sure to be on everyone’s most-wanted lists.

A Child's Christmas in Wales

A Child's Christmas in Wales
Author: Dylan Thomas
Publisher: New Directions Publishing
Total Pages: 68
Release: 1995
Genre: Christmas
ISBN: 9780811213097

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A Welsh poet recalls the celebration of Christmas in Wales and the feelings it evoked in him as a child.

A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories

A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories
Author: Bettye Collier-Thomas
Publisher: Beacon Press
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2018-10-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0807027839

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An Esquire “Best Christmas Book to Read During the Holidays” A collection of Christmas stories written by African-American journalists, activists, and writers from the late 19th century to the modern civil rights movement. Back in print for the first time in over a decade, this landmark collection features writings from well-known black writers, activists, and visionaries such as Pauline Hopkins, Langston Hughes, and John Henrik Clarke along with literary gems from rediscovered writers. Originally published in African American newspapers, periodicals, and journals between 1880 and 1953, these enchanting Christmas tales are part of the black literary tradition that flourished after the Civil War. Edited and assembled by esteemed historian Dr. Bettye Collier-Thomas, the short stories and poems in this collection reflect the Christmas experiences of everyday African Americans and explore familial and romantic love, faith, and more serious topics such as racism, violence, poverty, and racial identity. Featuring the best stories and poems from previous editions along with new material including “The Sermon in the Cradle” by W. E. B. Du Bois, A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories celebrates a rich storytelling tradition and will be cherished by readers for years to come.

Elf on the Shelf Official Annual 2020

Elf on the Shelf Official Annual 2020
Author: Little Brother Books
Publisher:
Total Pages: 80
Release: 2019-09-06
Genre: Christmas decorations
ISBN: 9781912342334

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Have you been naughty or nice? Get set for Christmas with our brand new magical Annual! Enjoy Elf-themed activities, stories and makes in this charming new Annual and help make it the best Christmas holiday ever! Includes recipes, craft ideas, quizes, puzzles, jokes, fun facts, etc.

A Visual History of Christmas

A Visual History of Christmas
Author: Darren Shupe
Publisher:
Total Pages: 379
Release: 2019-11-15
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ISBN: 9781708701086

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A Visual History of Christmas follows the evolution of Christmas traditions from ancient times to modern days. From the sacred plants of the pagans that developed into decorations of Christian homes, to Christmas hymns and carols, to the creation of European Christmas markets, to the beginning of Saint Nicholas and his eventual transformation into Santa Claus, and finally to the celebration of Christmas Day itself, A Visual History Of Christmas takes the reader on a tour of Christmas history that begins in the middle east and journeys to Europe, and to North America. Each chapter begins with a concise historical overview, followed by vintage artwork. Chapter One: The Plants of Christmas - The plants that the Romans, Egyptians, Celts, and other cultures kept sacred are discussed, and how they influenced Christian Germanic culture to employ Yule logs and trees at Christmas. 18th and 19th century illustrations follow. Chapter Two: The Oldest Christmas Carols - The origins of hymns and carols with vintage lyrics guides you through the history of vintage Christmas music. This chapter includes a few illustrations from 19th century caroling. Chapter Three: The Christmas Markets - The history of European Christmas markets gives a view of centuries of Christmas commerce and celebration. A few vintage illustrations of Christmas markets are included. Chapter Four: The Gift-Givers - The earliest gift-givers, such as the Magi, that preceded Saint Nicholas, are the starting point in the history of gift-giving in folklore. From the real historical Saint Nicholas, who transforms into Father Christmas, and then into Santa Claus, gift-giving has a long history spanning thousands of years. Vintage artwork from the 1600s to the early 20th century shows the progression from Father Christmas to Santa of the 20th century. The 1821 illustration of Santa shown is the first known image of Santa Claus. Then illustrations of the mid 1800s show Santa as an elf like man. The 1860s images of Santa are the beginning of the modern day gift bearer. Included: A Visit from St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore from 1823, a version of The Snow Maiden, Yes, Virginia There is A Santa Claus. Chapter Five: Highlights and History of The Christmas Season - The Christian observance of Christmas Day wasn't always December 25th and how it came to be this date is detailed as well as feasts of medieval kings on this day. Paintings of the Annunciation and the nativity as well as old black and white photos of The Church of The Nativity, and the first Christmas cards are just some of the images that appear in this chapter. Also included: A CHRISTMAS DREAM, AND HOW IT CAME TRUE by Louisa May Alcott, THE SNOW MAN by Hans Christian Andersen, The BELLS by Edgar Allen Poe, CHRISTMAS EVE by Alfred Tennyson.