The Dance of Time: The Origins of the Calendar: A Miscellany of History and Myth, Religion and Astronomy, Festivals and Feast Days
Judge, Michael
ISBN 10: 1559707461 ISBN 13: 9781559707466
Published by Arcade Publishing (edition ), 2004
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Traces the mythology, superstitions, and events that influenced the creation of the modern calendar, discussing such informative facts as the Roman avoidance of even numbers that caused most months to be set at odd-numbered lengths, the inspirations behind the names of the days of the week, and the origins of the Easter Bunny. 25,000 first printing.
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Title: The Dance of Time: The Origins of the ...
Publisher: Arcade Publishing (edition )
Publication Date: 2004
Binding: Hardcover
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