Diwali: the Hindu Festival of Lights, Feasts, and Family |
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| Author:
| Parker-Rock, Michelle |
| Series title: | Finding Out about Holidays Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7660-2235-5 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2004 |
| Publisher: | Enslow Publishing, LLC
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $17.95USD $26.93 |
Book Description:
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Diwali, also known as Divali or Deepavali, is probably the most significant Indian holiday celebrated today. Author Michelle Parker-Rock introduces the history, customs, and practices of this important Hindu holiday that originated from a harvest festival. Full-color photographs and a craft section help the reader understand more about this interesting culture and the celebrations held today.
Diwali, also known as Divali or Deepavali, is probably the most significant Indian holiday celebrated today. Author Michelle Parker-Rock introduces the history, customs, and practices of this important Hindu holiday that originated from a harvest festival. Full-color photographs and a craft section help the reader understand more about this interesting culture and the celebrations held today.