From the era of Victorian opulence and tradition come images of jolly Father Christmas, excited children, holly wreaths and mince pies. Each page is illustrated with multilayered pictures of antique greetings cards, paper toys and games and other memorabilia displayed against brocades and velvets, rare ornaments and unusual collectibles. With articles and poems, songs and tales from around the world, the accompanying text introduces us to the origins of Father Christmas, the Christmas tree and its many decorations, along with all the other symbols of the season, and recounts the lore, legends, myths and manners of a classic Victorian Christmas.
- ISBN10 0894808907
- ISBN13 9780894808906
- Publish Date 21 September 1995 (first published 11 January 1990)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Workman Publishing
- Edition New edition
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 96
- Language English