La nuit de Noël dans tous les pays by Alphonse Chabot
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| Author | Chabot, Alphonse, 1841-1921? |
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| Title | La nuit de Noël dans tous les pays |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "La nuit de Noël dans tous les pays" by Alphonse Chabot is a cultural and festive exploration of Christmas traditions, likely written in the early 20th century. This publication serves as a continuation of Chabot's earlier works on Christmas customs, and its content is structured around various chapters that delve into different festive practices, such as the Christmas vigil, the significance of the Christmas log, and the spirit of gift-giving. The work is enriched by a blend of personal anecdotes, regional rituals, and cultural reflections, aiming to highlight the universal joy surrounding the celebration of Christmas. The beginning of "La nuit de Noël dans tous les pays" sets a warm, nostalgic tone as it opens with the recollection of winter evenings by the fireside, seamlessly transitioning to the broader significance of Christmas festivities. Chabot introduces specific customs observed in various regions of France, reflecting on memories of family gatherings, special meals, and religious observances leading up to midnight mass. The essence of the Christmas vigil is brought to life as he captures intimate scenes—children anticipating the midnight service, families gathering around simple yet meaningful meals, and the lighting of a traditional yule log, all culminating in a rich atmosphere of community and faith. This introductory portion effectively serves as a poignant backdrop for the diverse customs explored in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | GT: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs |
| Subject | Christmas |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14788 |
| Release Date | Jan 24, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 155 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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