Christmastide
William Sandys
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Christmastide: Its History, Festivities and Carols, With Their Music is a collection of essays detailing the early traditions of Christmas in England. This recording includes the prose portions of the book only (The Vignettes). The earliest Christmas customs from the monarchy to the landed gentry are explored in great detail. The passage of time and the influence of circumstance all had an impact on the customs and importance of holiday traditions. Anyone interested in how the Christmas customs we recognize today, and many long forgotten, will find this book a fascinating piece of history. ( Greg Giordano) (7 hr 9 min)
Chapters
| Vignette One | 49:50 | Read by Greg Giordano |
| Vignette Two | 42:29 | Read by Maria Kasper |
| Vignette Three | 35:14 | Read by Greg Giordano |
| Vignette Four | 46:17 | Read by Maria Kasper |
| Vignette Five | 37:52 | Read by Greg Giordano |
| Vignette Six | 47:14 | Read by Maria Kasper |
| Vignette Seven | 36:12 | Read by Greg Giordano |
| Vignette Eight | 28:42 | Read by Maria Kasper |
| Vignette Nine | 25:56 | Read by Greg Giordano |
| Vignette Ten | 47:20 | Read by Maria Kasper |
| Vignette Eleven | 32:07 | Read by Greg Giordano |