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The Victorian Book of Christmas

The Victorian Book of Christmas Religion & Esotericism

The Victorian Book of Christmas

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Thomas K. Hervey offers a detailed history of Christmas in Victorian Britain, capturing the spirit and symbolism of the season. The Victorian Book of Christmas explores how nineteenth-century Britons celebrated the festive season, from decorating homes with holly and ivy to gathering for music, feasting, and charitable acts. With vivid descriptions and beautiful illustrations, Hervey documents the revival and reinvention of Christmas traditions during a time of significant cultural change. First published in the 1830s, this work reflects both a deep nostalgia for older customs and the emergence of new practices that would come to define the modern holiday. It remains an engaging and informative resource for anyone interested in the historical roots of a Victorian Christmas.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
284
Release Date:
2025-11-04
Publication Date:
2025-11-04
Publisher:
Pierides Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1528724844
ISBN13:
9781528724845
Weight:
465 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
17 cm
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