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Editorial Review: Description: People all over the world celebrate the birth of Christ on December 25th. But why is the Savior's nativity marked by gift giving, and was He really born on that day? And just where did the Christmas tree come from? Take an enchanting journey through the history of the world's favorite holiday to learn the origins of some of the Western World's most enduring traditions. Trace the emergence of Christmas from pagan festivals like the Roman Saturnalia, which celebrated the winter solstice. Learn how Prince Albert introduced the Christmas tree to the English speaking world in 1841. And discover how the patron saint of children was transformed into Jolly old Santa Claus by British settlers in the New World. Come in from the cold for a Christmas celebration that has it all. Average Rating:
 Rating: - Excellent informationGood to finally get to the truth on some of these holidays. Christmas will never be the same! Excellent video. Rating: - The truth about ChristmasWhen I was a kid (60 years ago) I thought we had always celebrated Christmas the same for about the last 2000 years or so. Surprise!! We hadn't!! Very enlightening. Rating: - Judith's ReviewWhat a wonderful production! There is a history and story to Christmas that you never knew! This makes a wonderful gift for any age. Rating: - Mark this DVD for annual viewingHarry Smith does a nice job narrating this history of Christmas and is backed by a well-rounded and erudite group of experts on Christmas, religion, and folklore. This documentary appeared on The History Channel ten years ago but it isn't outdated. It's nice to have for an annual Christmas season viewing. Stephen Nissenbaum, Historian at the University of Massachusetts, reminds us that Christmas in old time England was really like a carnival similar to today's Mardi Gras ... Read More Rating:  - why isn't it longer?Every segment to this interesting and relevant documentary tells so much about where we get our traditions, yet sometimes it feels rushed. It could have been a whole hour longer and I would not have moved from my seat! Browse for similar items by category:
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