The Southern Christmas Book by Harnett T. Kane is a comprehensive guide to the history, traditions, and celebrations of Christmas in the southern United States. The book covers the earliest origins of Christmas in the region and traces its evolution through the centuries. It explores the unique customs and conviviality of the holiday season, including the singing of carols, the exchange of gifts, and the preparation of special foods and drinks. The book also features a collection of classic southern Christmas recipes, from savory dishes like ham and sweet potato casserole to sweet treats like pecan pie and fruitcake. With its richly detailed insights into the cultural and culinary traditions of the southern Christmas experience, The Southern Christmas Book is a must-read for anyone interested in this beloved holiday.This is a new release of the original 1958 edition.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.
