Pennsylvania Dutch Christmases

Full title: Pennsylvania Dutch Christmases: Customs in Berks, Chester, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon and York Counties

This is a pictorial history focusing on the nineteenth-century Christmas customs of the Pennsylvania Dutch. The book includes Christian and secular observances of the holiday such as carols, trees, gifts, and superstitions. Kershner also traces the roots of Christ Kindle, Kriss Kringel. Belznickel, Saint Nicholas, and Santa Claus. Black and white photos. Paperback. Masthof Press, 2007. 80 pages.