The War on Merriment: When Christmas Was Banned in England and America

By Robert Cain

The War on Merriment: When Christmas Was a Crime
One night of defiance. A lifetime of silence.

In 17th-century England, Christmas was a crime. The Puritan government forbade songs, decorations, and feasts, turning joy into rebellion and homes into battlegrounds of the spirit.

Thomas Thorne and his family are ordinary villagers with extraordinary courage. When the Lord Protector's Guard patrols the streets, sniffing out cinnamon, candles, and hidden merriment, Thomas must protect his daughter, preserve a secret tradition, and defy the oppressive machinery of the state-all with nothing but a sprig of rosemary and the warmth of human resistance.

From whispered carols to clandestine meals, every act of defiance is a heartbeat against tyranny. But when the Guard discovers their gathering, the Thorne family faces the crushing weight of the law. Will their courage survive, or will the "Squeeze" extinguish the light forever?

Based on true historical events, The War on Merriment is the second installment in the Moments of Silence series-a gripping historical fiction saga exploring courage, compassion, and quiet rebellion in the face of oppression.

Why readers love the Moments of Silence series:

Immersive Historical Fiction: Experience 17th-century England with vivid sensory detail.

Human Resilience: Witness ordinary people standing up to unjust authority.

Compelling Narrative: A tense, atmospheric story that keeps you turning pages.

Perfect for fans of All Quiet on the Western Front, The Winter Feast, and untold historical legends of courage under oppression.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0G7BH9GSX
• ISBN13: 9798278839095
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"