Thanksgiving : the true story / Penny Colman.
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TextPublication details: New York : Henry Holt, 2008.Edition: 1st edDescription: viii, 149 p. : ill., maps ; 25 cmISBN: - 9780805082296 (hc : alk. paper)
- 0805082298 (hc : alk. paper)
- 394.2649 COL 22nd
- GT4975 .C55 2008
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 130-138) and index.
The "first Thanksgiving : competing claims -- Origins of our Thanksgiving : two very old traditions -- Sarah Josepha Hale's campaign : "day of national Thanksgiving" -- The "pilgrim and Indian" story -- Gatherings : family and friends -- Activities : good deeds, parades, and football -- Food : turkey and lasagna -- Many meanings.
Describes the history and activities of the American holiday of Thanksgiving Day.
Examines numerous competing claims for the first Thanksgiving, including the traditional story of the feast shared by the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621 in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Paints a fascinating picture of the holiday and its changing meanings throughout American history.
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