"Traditional Festivals: A Multicultural Encyclopedia: Volume 1 & 2" More than 150 traditional festivals from around the world are described
at length by historian Roy. The festivals include the major feasts of
all world religions and religious groups: Christianity, Judaism,
Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Voodoo, Bahaism, Islam, ancient Greek and
Roman, Native American, and several African tribes. Roy goes beyond the
basic facts and descriptions to "provide insight into the festival
patterns." As a result, the articles are detailed, and many are several
pages in length. The coverage for India and Africa includes only the
best-known and -documented festivals because of their sheer number.
Articles cover specific festivals (Divali, Sabbath, Saturnalia) and are arranged alphabetically, with see also
references as well as references listing books and a few audiovisual
and digital sources. Festival names within the text appear in bold type
whether they are entry headings or not, which is contrary to the usual
practice of using bold type to point to other articles and may be
confusing. Black-and-white illustrations are strewn throughout both
volumes. Appendixes chart the main Hindu, Muslim, and Jewish festivals
and holidays; the movable feasts of the Western Church; Gregorian dates
of Orthodox Easter; and Chinese Lunar New Year's dates. In addition,
there are a comparative table of all festivals arranged by season and a
full list of festivals within each cultural area.
Holidays, Festivals & Celebrations of the World Dictionary Revised and expanded, this now-classic compendium describes 2,500 holidays, festivals, commemorations, holy days, feasts and fasts, and other observances from all parts of the world. The entries cover popular, ethnic, religious, and historic events of international, national, regional, and local significance.
This multi-purpose dictionary is ideal for schools and public libraries, religious organizations, community affairs groups, and others interested in learning about festive events.
An enjoyable and interactive introduction to British culture with lots of photocopiable exercices and activities. Ещё одна исключительно полезная для преподавателей книга от издательства Mary Glasgow Magazines/Scholastic.Inc - Timesaver Festivals and Special Days in Britain. В ней вы найдёте материалы для проведения уроков на темы как традиционных праздников (Новый Год, День Св. Валентина и т.д.), так и праздников, не очень распространённых.
