The Christmas Encyclopedia, 3d ed. - Softcover

Crump, William D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0786468270 ISBN 13: 9780786468270

Publisher: McFarland & Company, 2013

Synopsis

This considerably expanded third edition of The Christmas Encyclopedia (2001) adds 281 new entries, bringing the total number of Christmas topics to more than 760. Continuing in the format of the previous editions, a wide variety of subjects are included: individual carols and songs; historical events at Christmastime; popular Christmas symbols; Christmas plants, place names, and stamps; and celebrations in countries around the world, including the origins of some of the most cherished traditions in the United States. Unique to this work is its emphasis on Christmas as depicted in the popular media, with entries covering literary works such as Call Me Mrs. Miracle and Silver Bells, classic television series such as Bonanza and Little House on the Prairie, motion pictures such as Arthur Christmas and Santa Clause 3, and television specials expressing holiday themes.

About this title

About the Author:

William D. Crump is a retired physician. He lives in Madison, Tennessee.

Review:

Reviews of previous editions: "Valuable...a wealth of information...many interesting historical illustrations...would be an asset to any collection." --Booklist/RBB

"A detailed index...highly recommended." --Library Journal

"Entries are readable and informative...recommended." --Reference Reviews

"Massive index."--Choice

"a charming book to browse...should offer up a great deal of enjoyment to those who use it." --American Reference Books Annual

"A true encyclopedia of Christmas...recommended." --Catholic Library World

About this edition

• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0786468270
• ISBN 13: 9780786468270
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 540