The avid pumpkin-head's encyclopedic guide to a horrifying Halloween Here is a complete examination of Halloween, from its roots in ancient Celtic fire rituals through its establishment in America by the Irish, right up to today's modern and politically correct celebrations, offering comparisons along the way to similar shivery holidays from other parts of the world, such as Mexico's Day of the Dead. Illustrated with the author's amusing and informative drawings, The Halloween Handbook is a must for every fan of this fabulous, fantastic holiday. Included are dozens of ideas for costumes, decorations, tasty treats, and more, such as instructions for making a haunted house, "brain gelatin, " and a life-size coffin.
Language
English
Pages
276
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Citadel Press
Release
December 03, 2005
ISBN
0806522275
ISBN 13
9780806522272
The Halloween Handbook: A Complete Guide to Tricks, Treats, Activities, Crafts, Decorations, Recipes, History, Costumes
The avid pumpkin-head's encyclopedic guide to a horrifying Halloween Here is a complete examination of Halloween, from its roots in ancient Celtic fire rituals through its establishment in America by the Irish, right up to today's modern and politically correct celebrations, offering comparisons along the way to similar shivery holidays from other parts of the world, such as Mexico's Day of the Dead. Illustrated with the author's amusing and informative drawings, The Halloween Handbook is a must for every fan of this fabulous, fantastic holiday. Included are dozens of ideas for costumes, decorations, tasty treats, and more, such as instructions for making a haunted house, "brain gelatin, " and a life-size coffin.