Thanksgiving - Robert Haven Schauffler - Bog

Thanksgiving: Its Origin, Celebration And Significance As Related In Prose And Verse (1907) is a book by Robert Haven Schauffler that explores the history, traditions, and cultural significance of the Thanksgiving holiday in America. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Thanksgiving. The first section delves into the history of the holiday, tracing its origins back to the Pilgrims and their first celebration in 1621. The second section examines the various customs and traditions associated with Thanksgiving, including the turkey dinner, football games, and parades. The third section explores the cultural significance of Thanksgiving, examining its role in American identity and values. Throughout the book, Schauffler includes a variety of prose and verse from notable writers such as William Bradford, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Emily Dickinson, providing a rich and varied perspective on the holiday. Overall, Thanksgiving: Its Origin, Celebration And Significance As Related In Prose And Verse is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of one of America's most beloved holidays.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.