An Anthology of Christmas by Auriol Bishop

Celebrate the magic of Christmas and discover the history of more than 50 yuletide traditions

This latest title in the hugely popular Anthology series is a treasure-trove of Christmassy facts from the natural world – each with their unique story to tell – from why the traditional Christmas tree is usually a pine, spruce or fir to the Yule Goat, a lively character found throughout Scandinavia who likes to demand gifts!

Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions about each example, and children can uncover hundreds of fascinating facts as they read. Did you know that the custom of kissing under the mistletoe originates from Norse mythology, or that the Christmas wreath has its origins from ancient times when people hung evergreen boughs over their doors and windows?

With foil on the cover, gilded edges, and a ribbon for keeping your place, An Anthology of Christmas makes an attractive gift for any child who can’t get enough of the festival of Christmas, but with a unique, quirky approach – and it’s perfect for young readers to explore by themselves or for bedtime stories.

About the Author: Auriol Bishop is a gifted storyteller from London, UK, with a great love of nature. She worked for 25 years as a Creative Director at Hachette before becoming a full-time writer. Her spare time is spent volunteering as a storyteller at a local children’s shop where she makes pop-up books, runs creative writing classes for children, and holds a book club. Auriol is also the co-founder and co-director of Greenwich Book Festival.

18 Sep 2025
 

An Anthology of Christmas by Auriol Bishop ISBN 9780241782019