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320 - Richard Rohlin - The Universal History of Christmas
The Symbolic World
The Evolution and Influence of Christmas Celebrations in the United States
The Christmas Carol is not just a retelling of the nativity narratives, but it ties Scrooge's entire life together over the course of Christmases, providing a powerful reflection on our own lives. Until the late 19th century, Christmas was primarily seen as an ethnic holiday in the United States, and it wasn't a federal holiday until 1870. It's noteworthy that George Washington didn't celebrate Christmas, and the holiday's universal celebration evolved from an immigrant tradition. Poets and authors, including Harriet Beecher Stowe, contributed to popularizing the celebration of Christmas in the U.S. The commercialization of Christmas, which includes Santa Claus as a marketing image, is significant, with Coca-Cola playing a specific role in its promotion.
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