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1015
$39.95
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Among Santa Fe's many
attractions, its Christmas festivities are perhaps the most unique
expression of the city's history and spirit. This lavishly illustrated
book offers the reader many gifts. It captures the ambience and mix of
cultural traditions--Indian, Spanish, and frontier American--that lend
pure magic to the Christmas season in this enchanted city. A virtual
Christmas cornucopia, it also presents a plethora of traditions and ideas,
recipes, party plans, and decoration and gift crafts to inspire readers
who wish to bring fresh enjoyment to their own Christmas celebrations.
Internationally known Christmas designer
Richard Clawson
has put together
a wealth of festive gourmet menus, recipes, Christmas decorations, and
party ideas for children and adults, all illustrated in stunning color
photographs. He provides clear, detailed instructions for making
innovative ornaments, decorations, and gifts out of inexpensive,
easy-to-find materials. Adding a personal touch, he shares some of his own
Christmas traditions and experiences.
Writer
Jann Arrington Wolcott
traces the history of Christmas in
Santa Fe
and describes old traditions that remain alive, such as: Las Posadas, the
reenactment of Mary and Joseph's search for shelter, the farolitas and
luminarias that light their way; the masked Matachines dancers;
traditional feasts and decorations; and a more recent addition--an
anonymous "Spanglish" version of "'Twas the Night before Christmas." A
glimpse into the past is provided by members of old New Mexico
families--Indian, Spanish, and frontier American--who share their earliest
memories of Christmas as well as special recipes traditionally associated
with the holiday season.
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