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The Modern Christmas in America: A Cultural History of Gift Giving - The American Social Experience William Waits New edition
The Modern Christmas in America: A Cultural History of Gift Giving - The American Social Experience
William Waits
In this survey of the modern American Christmas, Waits shows how this holiday emerged, tracing its evolution from the days prior to 1880 to the present day. In addition, he examines the differing traditions of giftgiving to friends, employees, the poor, and among communtys.
272 pages, 77 illustrations
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | October 1, 1994 |
| ISBN13 | 9780814792841 |
| Publishers | New York University Press |
| Pages | 290 |
| Dimensions | 229 × 154 × 18 mm · 421 g |