Death Makes a Holiday

A Cultural History of Halloween

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Author:

Skal, David J.

ISBN:

978-1-58234-305-1

Publication Date:

Oct 2003

Publisher:

Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Book Format:

Paperback

List Price:

USD $14.95

Book Description:

Using a mix of personal anecdotes and perceptive social analysis, acclaimed cultural critic David J. Skal examines the amazing phenomenon of Halloween, exploring its dark Celtic history and illuminating why it has evolved-in the course of a few short generations-from a quaint, small-scale celebration into the largest seasonal marketing event outside of Christmas.

Book Details

Pages:	224
Detailed Subjects:	Social Science / Holidays (Non-Religious)
Physical Dimensions (W X L X H):	5.48 x 8.24 x 0.695 Inches
Book Weight:	0.812 Pounds

Author Biography

Skal, David J. (Author)

David J. Skal is a respected scholar of all things macabre. A frequent talk-show guest and lecturer, his many media appearances include "The CBS Evening News," " Joan Rivers," "Charlie Rose," and NPR's "All Things Considered."

He is the author of The Monster Show, Hollywood Gothic, and Dark Carnival.

He has written, produced and appeared in a variety of film and television documentaries on occult and pop-culture subjects.

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