Kategoria BISAC: Social Science >> Holidays (non religious)

Publisher's Note: This book is part of the "Free to Think" series of educational supplements and includes multiple choice, short answer essay questions and long answer essay...

A humorous guide to the wackiest holiday introduced to modern society. Festivus The Book is an up-to-date complete reference for anyone who celebrates Festivus or plans to join the fun. Learn all about the traditions of a Seinfeld-based Festivus and witness the nuances of the original Festivus, as celebrated by the O'Keefe family. See first-hand how Festivus is celebrated by others and receive plenty of advice and tips to aid in your own Festivus party plans.

What foods should be prepared? Is meatloaf preferred? Should you organize a wrestling match with your father? Are you too feeble...

Shortly after the end of World War II, Laurence Whistler set out to write 'a guide to the festivals of England as they are and as they might be' the result is a captivatingly readable and enchanting narrative, the ancient holidays revealed as a microcosm of the wheel of life in England. Christmas, New Year, Twelfth night, Easter, May Day, Whitsun, Midsummer, Harvest (and sixteen others) - these are the most ancient of our traditions, more ancient than any present-day beliefs, and strong enough to have survived even the attacks of Puritans in the seventeenth century.

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The Complete Guide to Nudism, Naturism & Nudists tells you everything you need to know about nudism and nudists. It's crammed full of the information, facts, experiences and insider tips that you'll find invaluable if you want to discover this exotic, fashionable and fast-growing lifestyle including: * What genuine nudism is. And what it most definitely is not * Why you should become a nudist. How even occasional naturism enhances your health and how wearing clothing can seriously damage it * How to become a nudist. A step-by-step guide, including all the contact details you'll need. *...

From the revelers on horseback in Eunice and Mamou to the miles-long New Orleans parade routes lined with eager spectators shouting Throw me something, mister , no other Louisiana tradition celebrates the Pelican State s cultural heritage quite like Mardi Gras. In Carnival in Louisiana, Brian J. Costello offers Mardi Gras fans an insider s look at the customs associated with this popular holiday and travels across the state to explore each area s festivities.

Costello brings together the stories behind the tradition, gleaned from his research and personal involvement in...

What's your favorite holiday? No matter your answer, Holiday Savvy might just change your mind. It includes dozens of entertaining descriptions of festivals, special days, and other events celebrated all over the world. Whether you're a yoga lover, Barbie collector, or garlic connoisseur, there's a holiday for you

Holiday Savvy serves as your guidebook to such little-known events as William Tell Day, Long Night of Museums, First Contact Day, and National Popcorn Day. You can also learn new facts and trivia about widely celebrated holidays such as Halloween, Mardi...