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The Book Of Halloween (1919)

The Book Of Halloween (1919)

Kelley, Ruth Edna

Hardcover

General Fiction

ISBN10: 143660639X
ISBN13: 9781436606394
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 2 2008
Pages: 224
Weight: 1.10
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Book of Halloween is a non-fiction book written by Ruth Edna Kelley in 1919. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history, traditions, and folklore of Halloween. The book covers a wide range of topics related to Halloween, including the origins of the holiday, the customs and traditions associated with it, and the different ways in which it is celebrated around the world.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Halloween. The first chapter provides an overview of the holiday and its history, tracing its roots back to ancient pagan festivals. Subsequent chapters delve into specific topics such as the symbolism of Halloween, the origins of various Halloween traditions such as carving pumpkins and wearing costumes, and the various supernatural creatures and monsters associated with the holiday.Throughout the book, Kelley draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, folk tales, and personal anecdotes, to provide a rich and detailed account of Halloween. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, making it accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds.Overall, The Book of Halloween is a fascinating and informative guide to one of the world's most beloved holidays. Whether you are a Halloween enthusiast or simply curious about the history and traditions of the holiday, this book is sure to provide you with a wealth of information and insights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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