Why do we give each other gifts at Christmas?
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The Evolution of Christmas Gift-Giving Traditions
This chapter examines the historical roots of the Christmas gift-giving tradition, linking it to ancient Greco-Roman winter solstice celebrations. It highlights the transformation of early customs into the modern practice of exchanging gifts, particularly emphasizing the role of children in shaping Christmas festivities by the 19th century.
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