Author: Llewellyn
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738744514
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
Llewellyn’s Sabbat Essentials series explores the old and new ways of celebrating the seasonal rites that are the cornerstones in the witch’s year. A well-rounded introduction to Yule, this attractive book features rituals, recipes, lore, and correspondences. It includes hands-on information for modern celebrations, spells and divination, recipes and crafts, invocations and prayers, and more! Yule—also known as Midwinter—is when nighttime has reached its maximum length, but there is a promise of brighter days to come as candles are lit and feasts are enjoyed. This guide to the history and modern celebration of Yule shows you how to perform rituals and magic to celebrate and work with the energy of the winter solstice.
Llewellyn's Little Book of Yule
Author: Jason Mankey
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738763144
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Filled with dozens of magical tips, recipes, crafts, and spells, Llewellyn's Little Book of Yule shares everything you need to make your Yuletide memorable and enchanting. From wassail blessings to the spirits of the solstice, this book delves into the lore of familiar traditions as well as observances that may be brand new to you, making it an invaluable resource for bringing meaning and magic to your holiday season.
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738763144
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Filled with dozens of magical tips, recipes, crafts, and spells, Llewellyn's Little Book of Yule shares everything you need to make your Yuletide memorable and enchanting. From wassail blessings to the spirits of the solstice, this book delves into the lore of familiar traditions as well as observances that may be brand new to you, making it an invaluable resource for bringing meaning and magic to your holiday season.
The Shortest Day
Author: Susan Cooper
Publisher: Candlewick
ISBN: 0763686980
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
In this seasonal treasure, Newbery Medalist Susan Cooper’s beloved poem heralds the winter solstice, illuminated by Caldecott Honoree Carson Ellis’s strikingly resonant illustrations. So the shortest day came, and the year died . . . As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the long night ahead. They built fires and lit candles. They played music, bringing their own light to the darkness, while wondering if the sun would ever rise again. Written for a theatrical production that has become a ritual in itself, Susan Cooper’s poem "The Shortest Day" captures the magic behind the returning of the light, the yearning for traditions that connect us with generations that have gone before — and the hope for peace that we carry into the future. Richly illustrated by Carson Ellis with a universality that spans the centuries, this beautiful book evokes the joy and community found in the ongoing mystery of life when we celebrate light, thankfulness, and festivity at a time of rebirth. Welcome Yule!
Publisher: Candlewick
ISBN: 0763686980
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
In this seasonal treasure, Newbery Medalist Susan Cooper’s beloved poem heralds the winter solstice, illuminated by Caldecott Honoree Carson Ellis’s strikingly resonant illustrations. So the shortest day came, and the year died . . . As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the long night ahead. They built fires and lit candles. They played music, bringing their own light to the darkness, while wondering if the sun would ever rise again. Written for a theatrical production that has become a ritual in itself, Susan Cooper’s poem "The Shortest Day" captures the magic behind the returning of the light, the yearning for traditions that connect us with generations that have gone before — and the hope for peace that we carry into the future. Richly illustrated by Carson Ellis with a universality that spans the centuries, this beautiful book evokes the joy and community found in the ongoing mystery of life when we celebrate light, thankfulness, and festivity at a time of rebirth. Welcome Yule!
Debunking the Yule Log Myth
Author: Robert E. May
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
According to an oft repeated legend, during Christmas before the Civil War, all enslaved people in the American South enjoyed lengthy vacations of a week or more depending on how long an oversized “Yule log” burned in their master’s fireplace. As long as the log held out, slaves escaped heavy labor and their masters’ whips and enjoyed a rare freedom of movement to go and do what they wished as well as gorge themselves on food and drink they never got the rest of the year. No wonder they soaked those logs in swamps to make them burn even longer. But is it true? In this book historian Robert May takes readers on a detective caper as he investigates a story that reaches back to colonial America and continues today. May finds no evidence of the Yule log tradition in the historical record, instead showing that it originated with pro-Confederate Lost Cause propagandists attempting to present the South’s prewar system of human bondage in as soft tones as possible. Tales about good-natured masters and unresentful slaves jovially sharing Christmases played to this impulse beautifully. Debunking the Yule Log Myth does more than correct the historical record. It serves as a highly instructive case study in the process of historical mythmaking. This captivating tale will appeal to all readers interested in African American history and the long struggle to support white supremacy by creating a mythical antebellum American South.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
According to an oft repeated legend, during Christmas before the Civil War, all enslaved people in the American South enjoyed lengthy vacations of a week or more depending on how long an oversized “Yule log” burned in their master’s fireplace. As long as the log held out, slaves escaped heavy labor and their masters’ whips and enjoyed a rare freedom of movement to go and do what they wished as well as gorge themselves on food and drink they never got the rest of the year. No wonder they soaked those logs in swamps to make them burn even longer. But is it true? In this book historian Robert May takes readers on a detective caper as he investigates a story that reaches back to colonial America and continues today. May finds no evidence of the Yule log tradition in the historical record, instead showing that it originated with pro-Confederate Lost Cause propagandists attempting to present the South’s prewar system of human bondage in as soft tones as possible. Tales about good-natured masters and unresentful slaves jovially sharing Christmases played to this impulse beautifully. Debunking the Yule Log Myth does more than correct the historical record. It serves as a highly instructive case study in the process of historical mythmaking. This captivating tale will appeal to all readers interested in African American history and the long struggle to support white supremacy by creating a mythical antebellum American South.
Yule Festival - Gods, Spirits and Offerings
Author: Tim Nilsen
Publisher: anonymous
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
Yule Festival - gods, spirits and offerings: The spiritual significance of the Nordic winter festival Immerse yourself in the mystical world of Yule, one of the oldest and most important festivals in Norse and Germanic culture. This book reveals the fascinating stories, deep spiritual meanings and rich traditions that have shaped Yule for centuries. Learn how Yule was once celebrated - from the sacrificial rituals dedicated to the gods to the feasts that strengthened the community. Discover the role of Odin, the All-Father, and the menacing Wild Hunt that roamed the skies during the winter nights. This book not only sheds light on the historical roots of Yule, but also shows how the festival has survived through the centuries, changed under the influence of Christianity and is being revived today in neo-pagan movements. Perfect for readers interested in Norse mythology, ancient rituals and the origins of modern Christmas traditions. “Yule Festival - Gods, Spirits and Offerings” combines in-depth knowledge with exciting insights into a festival that is deeply rooted in our cultural DNA. An ideal Christmas gift for every Viking enthusiast and anyone interested in Norse mythology. God jul.
Publisher: anonymous
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
Yule Festival - gods, spirits and offerings: The spiritual significance of the Nordic winter festival Immerse yourself in the mystical world of Yule, one of the oldest and most important festivals in Norse and Germanic culture. This book reveals the fascinating stories, deep spiritual meanings and rich traditions that have shaped Yule for centuries. Learn how Yule was once celebrated - from the sacrificial rituals dedicated to the gods to the feasts that strengthened the community. Discover the role of Odin, the All-Father, and the menacing Wild Hunt that roamed the skies during the winter nights. This book not only sheds light on the historical roots of Yule, but also shows how the festival has survived through the centuries, changed under the influence of Christianity and is being revived today in neo-pagan movements. Perfect for readers interested in Norse mythology, ancient rituals and the origins of modern Christmas traditions. “Yule Festival - Gods, Spirits and Offerings” combines in-depth knowledge with exciting insights into a festival that is deeply rooted in our cultural DNA. An ideal Christmas gift for every Viking enthusiast and anyone interested in Norse mythology. God jul.