A beautiful companion to the most magical time of the year, this luscious and calming volume explores Christmas as a celebration of all that we share across time, cultures and continents.
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 . . .
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
ISBN: 9781035406395
Number of pages: 320
Weight: 450 g
Dimensions: 206 x 160 x 36 mm
Absolutely gorgeous - Beth Kempton
A perfect gift - Alexandra Heminsley
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
This book is a treasure trove of lovely ideas to celebrate the festive season, starting with special days in October and November, and then giving daily delights for December, from poems to recipes and ways to celebrate. - Miranda Mills (@mirandasbookcase)
[Christmas is Coming] is full of love, joy and fun, which is basically all you need at Christmas. - Annie Lyons
Wonderful and one that I will reread every Christmas! - @_the_book_bug_
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