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The Hogmanay Companion
by Hugh Douglas (Illustrator: Keith Horrox)
Product Group: Book
Publisher: Neil Wilson Publishing (1993-09-24)
ISBN: 1897784120
EAN: 9781897784129
Paperback: 160 pages
SKU: C127HHH
Condition: Used: Good
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Editorial Reviews
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Product Description
This volume reveals the origins of New Year's Eve, or Hogmanay as the Scots term has it. Hugh Douglas takes the reader from the remotest beginnings of the festival through 18th- and 19th-century developments and up to the millennium. The book explores many of the puzzling aspects of the New Year's celebrations, including: why a tall, dark stranger at midnight?; why carrying a lump of coal; and why can the first-foot never be a fair person no matter how firm a friend? The author also explores how the name "Hogmanay" was derived and what it means, and offers songs and food and drink recipes. A Hangover Helpline is also provided for those who have over-indulged!
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Customer Reviews
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Perfect for planning a party. Fun to read, too.
Rating  (4)
Date: 1999-01-17
2 out of 2 customers found this reveiw helpful
Whether you're from a Scottish background and have forgotten how to run New Year's Eve the Scottish way, or are merely looking for good ideas for an unusual party, this book is for you. It explains Scottish New Year's customs, includes recipes, and even has a few words to say on the horrors of clearing up afterwards.
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