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Tinsel, Tumbleweeds, and Star-Spangled Celebrations: Holidays on the Western Frontier from New Year's to Christmas

Sherry Monahan

Tinsel, Tumbleweeds, and Star-Spangled Celebrations: Holidays on the Western Frontier from New Year's to Christmas

Paperback (TwoDot Oct. 3, 2017) , 1st Edition edition
Celebrate the Holidays Old West StyleHolidays on the frontier were a time for celebration, stopping work and chores, and honoring their purpose. This book includes stories of all the biggest celebrations, including traditions, food, songs, games, and other fun tidbits. Fifty food and drink recipes and the rules for typical parlor games of the time are included along with sidebars on common gifts of the time. First-hand accounts, newspaper articles, journals, photos, and Victorian memorabilia complete the package.
ISBN
1493018027 / 9781493018024
Pages
232
Weight
25.6 oz.
Dimensions
7.9 x 0.6 in.