Gather around the fire and celebrate winter's 6-week "Season of Light" with Swedish traditions, foods and stories that warm the coldest nights of the year. Candles in the windows of Swedish households drive away darkness with legends of the mysterious farm tomte elf and smorgasbords laden with delicious treats to welcome open house guests. "A Swedish Christmas" shares the time-honored magic of the "Season of Light," Yuletide traditions, Christmas reminiscences, the St. Lucy celebration, Jultomte, Swedish hospitality and recipes, with captivating illustrations by Swedish artists, including Jenny Nystrom and others who popularized the red-capped elf in Swedish culture. A little book of heart-warming Swedish winter joys that will delight children and adults alike.
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