{"title":"Tora Wall","description":"\u003cp\u003eTora Wall's works invite readers into the rich tapestry of cultural heritage and natural phenomena, blending detailed observations with a deep appreciation for tradition. Her books, such as \u003cem\u003eSwedish Traditions and Holidays\u003c\/em\u003e, explore the interplay between nature and human customs, offering insights into how the environment shapes cultural practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on Science \u0026amp; Nature, Wall’s writing beautifully captures the rhythms of the natural world alongside the rituals that define communities. Her collections serve as both educational resources and thoughtful reflections on the enduring connection between people and the landscapes they inhabit.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"swedish-traditions-and-holidays-by-tora-wall-9789189696204","title":"Swedish Traditions and Holidays","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe year is full of traditions, holidays, and festivities that Swedes celebrate at specific times. Some are new, others have been celebrated for a long while. But what do we really know about the origins and history of Valentine's Day, New Year's, Walpurgis Night or Mother's Day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSwedish Traditions and Holidays\u003c\/em\u003e provides a description of Swedish holidays and traditions during the year, with a focus on their cultural roots. Along with the major holidays of Easter, Midsummer, Christmas and New Year's, attention is given to other dates on the calendar such as St Olaf's Day and Michaelmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough them, we get a glimpse of what Swedish people's lives and conditions were like in pre-industrial society. Folklorist Tora Wall guides us through the calendar year and examines the origins, history and customs—both historical and contemporary—of Sweden's traditions and holidays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully designed and richly illustrated edition was inspired by the family bibles found in almost every Swedish home in the early 1900s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47932470493420,"sku":"9789189696204","price":71.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9789189696204-swedish-traditions-and-holidays.jpg?v=1783863819"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/tora-wall.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}