Christmas in Atlantic Canada
Stories True and False, Past and Present
- Publisher
- Nimbus Publishing
- Initial publish date
- Dec 2018
- Subjects
- Christmas & Advent, Pre-Confederation (to 1867), Social History, Post-Confederation (1867-)
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eBook
- ISBN
- 9781771086882
- Publish Date
- Dec 2018
- List Price
- $10.99
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Description
In Christmas in Atlantic Canada, prolific folklorist David Goss traces the history of the holiday in our region, from its earliest celebration, quite possibly in 1604, to modern times. Using historical records, diaries, and old newspapers, he documents the fascinating narrative of how the occasion has been marked. This book will appeal to history buffs and lovers of all things holiday. Includes 25 images. Features a foreword by Gerry Bowler, author of Santa Claus, A Biography and The World Encyclopedia of Christmas.
About the author
David Goss is a native Saint Johner who has shared the city's folklore and history via his neighbourhood Walks n' Talks programs for the past 35 summers. He has also written over 3,500 articles on Saint John and New Brunswick topics, and is the author of a dozen books, including Only in New Brunswick, Saint John Curiosities, It Happened in New Brunswick, and West Side Stories.