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''Absolutely gorgeous'' - Beth Kempton, author of Calm Christmas
''Magnificent! As satisfying as kicking through Autumn leaves and as warming as a mug of spiced cider - an eye-opening guide to a beautiful time of year.'' - Chris Addison
Every page holds a treat to unwrap in this gorgeous advent calendar of a book.
From Equinox to Solstice, Diwali to Epiphany - countdown to Christmas with poems, inspirations and little moments of comfort and joy.
Dip into the pages of this little treasury and you''ll find plenty to inspire you: from the festivals that sprinkle the days of October and November, to a daily delight for Advent and the Twelve Days of Christmas. Full of traditions, poems, stories and ideas for things to make and do, it''s a celebration of all that we share across time, cultures and continents. A beautifully wise and calm companion to your festive season. Perhaps you''ll have a go at making sloe gin when the berries are ripe in the hedgerows, or make popcorn on Walt Disney''s birthday, or settle down with a hot chocolate to read ''Twas the Night Before Christmas. You might be tempted to peel a satsuma whilst discovering a little bit more about this festive fruit, or learn how many cultures hold ancient festivals of light. Or you might decide to simply take a moment to pause and enjoy a little page of peace in the whirl of counting down the sleeps. Let us guide you through this most magical time of year . . .280 kr
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Este último título de la exitosa serie Antología es un tesoro de datos navideños, desde por qué el árbol de Navidad tradicional suele ser un pino o un abeto, hasta la sorprendente cabra de Yule, una traviesa figura de la tradición escandinava a la que le encantan los regalos.
Fotografías e ilustraciones espectaculares deslumbran en cada página y acompañan cientos de datos fascinantes que hacen que la lectura sea tan divertida como sorprendente. ¿Sabías que la tradición de besarse bajo el muérdago viene de la mitología nórdica? ¿O que las coronas navideñas tienen su origen en antiguas costumbres de colgar ramas en puertas y ventanas para atraer la buena suerte?
Con una preciosa portada, bordes dorados y cinta marcapáginas, Antología de la Navidad es un regalo muy especial para cualquier niño que viva la magia de estas fechas. Además, es perfecto para que los jóvenes lectores lo lean solos o acompañados antes de dormir durante los días más especiales del año.
----------------------------------------------------------------------This latest title in the hugely popular Anthology series is a treasure trove of Christmassy facts from the natural world – each with its unique story to tell – from why the traditional Christmas tree is usually a pine, spruce, or fir to the Yule Goat, a lively character found throughout Scandinavia who likes to demand gifts!Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions about each example, and children can uncover hundreds of fascinating facts as they read. Did you know that the custom of kissing under the mistletoe originates from Norse mythology, or that the Christmas wreath has its origins in ancient times when people hung evergreen boughs over their doors and windows?With foil on the cover, gilded edges, and a ribbon for keeping your place, An Anthology of Christmas makes an attractive gift for any child who can’t get enough of the festival of Christmas. But, with a unique, quirky approach – and it’s perfect for young readers to explore by themselves or for bedtime stories.