Halloween’s roots are debatable and its origins not clear. Halloween is celebrated across the Western countries with the philosophy of facing death with humor. The traditional celebration of Halloween or All Hallows Day signifies feast or celebration to remember all the Saints.
The celebrations, and rituals have seen a lot of change in its 2000 year history. What may have started as a pagan ritual is now as much a fun activity as it is a cultural thing. The Halloween books in this compilation cover all aspects of Halloween from its history to the way it is now celebrated in popular culture.
The Book of Hallowe’en: The Origin and History of Halloween
From the ancient year end rites of the Celts to the recent customs in Europe and America, this book published in 1919 is no doubt the best source to know about the history and making of Halloween.
Authors: Kelley, A. M., Ruth Edna
Paperback: 126 pages
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (February 14, 2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1495949737, 978-1495949739
Halloween: An American Holiday, an American History
America is enriched by waves of immigrants from all parts of the world. The 2,000 year old tradition of celebrating Halloween is also influenced by these waves of immigrants. Know all about how the traditions of Jack-O-Lanterns, costumes, and others developed in the last century in America.
Author: Lesley Bannatyne
Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: Pelican Publishing; 1st Pelican ed edition (August 31, 1998)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1565543467, 978-1565543461
How To Haunt Your House
Halloween is not just for kids. If you are planning for a Halloween party or eager to spook the kids that turn-up for trick-or-treat, this book will help you scare the hell out of your visitors.
Authors: Shawn Mitcehll, Lynne Mitcehll
Pages: 98 pages
Publisher: Rabbit Hole Productions; 1st edition (March 31, 2009)
ISBN-10: 0578009439, 978-0578009438
Halloween How-To, A: Costumes, Parties, Decorations, and Destinations
Costumes are one of the most important traditions of Halloween celebration. The book has ideas for kids as well as adults with a range of difficulty level. The book also shares practical ideas from readers like you that tell you what worked for them and didn’t over the years.
Author: Lesley Bannatyne
Paperback: 272 pages
Publisher: Pelican Publishing (July 31, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1565547748, 978-1565547742
Ghoulish Goodies: Creature Feature Cupcakes, Monster Eyeballs, Bat Wings, Funny Bones, Witches’ Knuckles, and Much More!
What’s a party without food? And Halloween means that you do not want to miss any chance of putting the fear in your friends’ hearts. Learn how to make cakes and other delicious, frightful treats.
Author: Sharon Bowers
Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC; Original edition (July 15, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1603421467
ISBN-13: 978-1603421461
Halloween Snarls: Intricate Coloring Book For Adults
Adult coloring books are all the rage. It can indeed be very relaxing as you immerse yourself in filling out the empty silhouettes with vibrant colors and see your efforts taking shape.
So if you are not big on celebrating Halloween the traditional way, here’s a book that you can take up and spend the entire evening celebrating Halloween your own way.
Author: Niki Aling, Bless K
Paperback: 50 pages
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; Clr Spl edition (August 18, 2015)
ISBN-10: 1516955692, 978-1516955695
Food for the Dead: On the Trail of New England’s Vampires
Among the different classes and categories of the other world, vampires have long been the favorites. Michel E. Bell spent nearly twenty years tracing vampires in New England. He found that people believed they were food for the Vampire and brings the actual practices followed at the time to light for the first time.
Author: Michael E. Bell
Paperback: 390 pages
Publisher: Wesleyan (October 15, 2011)
ISBN: 0819571709, 978-0819571700