Rick Steves' European Christmas

Rick Steves, America's expert on Europe, teams up with co-author Valerie Griffith to explore the rich and fascinating mix of traditions - Christian, pagan, musical, and edible - that led to the Christmas festivities we enjoy today.<br><br>Rick brings home an authentic, surprising portrait of holiday celebrations in England, Norway, France, Germany, Austria, Italy, and Switzerland. Romans cook up eels, Salzburgers shoot off guns, Germans buy &quot;prune people&quot; at markets, Norwegian kids hope to win marzipan pigs, and Parisians ice-skate on the Eiffel Tower.<br><br>With thoughtful insights, vibrant photos, and more than a dozen recipes, this great gift book captures the spirit of the season. It's a delightful way to learn something new - and old - about Christmas.