fasts and feasts

A collection of 388 recipes from more than 136 countries plus an introduction describing local holidays, customs, and foods that are part of the holiday tradition in each country.

Presents thirty-two questions and answers relating to Jewish holidays and customs.

Explains the origin of twenty holidays of various countries.

Describes a variety of holidays, festivals, and feasts that are celebrated around the world and throughout time.

Examines the history, customs, and folklore of St. Patrick's Day.

Explains the origins and meaning of New Year's Day, a holiday that celebrates the start of a new year, and looks at how and where New Year's Day is observed.

Presents brief descriptions of anniversaries and holidays celebrated on each day of the Gregorian calendar, with information on both fixed and movable days; and includes essays on various calendar systems and calendars of non-Gregorian events.