The Statesman's Year-Book

The Statesman's Year-Book

Author: J. Scott-Keltie

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-12-26

Total Pages: 797

ISBN-13: 0230253121

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The classic reference work that provides annually updated information on the countries of the world.


Queens Are Born in August

Queens Are Born in August

Author: Panda Studio

Publisher:

Published: 2018-11-22

Total Pages: 110

ISBN-13: 9781790199990

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Lined Journal with 110 Inspirational Quotes for all Beautiful Queens! The journal includes: Black Cover with Gold Lettering Dimensions: 8.5x11 inches 110 lined pages with inspirational quotes Thick Cardstock Matte Cover Do you have any questions? Let us know! Connect with us on Instagram - @pandastudio_amazon or email us [email protected].


Celebrating Life Customs around the World [3 volumes]

Celebrating Life Customs around the World [3 volumes]

Author: Victoria R. Williams

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2016-11-21

Total Pages: 1137

ISBN-13:

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This book documents hundreds of customs and traditions practiced in countries outside of the United States, showcasing the diversity of birth, coming-of-age, and death celebrations worldwide. From the beginning of our lives to the end, all of humanity celebrates life's milestones through traditions and unique customs. In the United States, we have specific events like baby showers, rites of passage such as Bat and Bar Mitzvahs and "sweet 16" birthday parties, and sober end-of-life traditions like obituaries and funeral services that honor those who have died. But what kinds of customs and traditions are practiced in other countries? How do people in other cultures welcome babies, prepare to enter into adulthood, and commemorate the end of the lives of loved ones? This three-volume encyclopedia covers more than 300 birth, life, and death customs, with the books' content organized chronologically by life stage. Volume 1 focuses on birth and childhood customs, Volume 2 documents adolescent and early-adulthood customs, and Volume 3 looks at aging and death customs. The entries in the first volume examine pre-birth traditions, such as baby showers and other gift-giving events, and post-birth customs, such as naming ceremonies, child-rearing practices, and traditions performed to ward off evil or promote good health. The second volume contains information about rites of passage as children become adults, including indigenous initiations, marriage customs, and religious ceremonies. The final volume concludes with coverage on customs associated with aging and death, such as retirement celebrations, elaborate funeral processions, and the creation of fantasy coffins. The set features beautiful color inserts that illustrate examples of celebrations and ceremonies and includes an appendix of excerpts from primary documents that include legislation on government-accepted names, wedding vows, and maternity/paternity leave regulations.