Book Details:
Book Title: Delaware at Christmas / The First State in a Merry State by Dave Tabler
Category: Adult Non-Fiction, 134 pages
Genre: Christmas
Publisher: Dave Tabler
Publication Date: July 1, 2025
Content Rating: G. Family friendly throughout. No sex, violence or foul language.
Book Title: Delaware at Christmas / The First State in a Merry State by Dave Tabler
Category: Adult Non-Fiction, 134 pages
Genre: Christmas
Publisher: Dave Tabler
Publication Date: July 1, 2025
Content Rating: G. Family friendly throughout. No sex, violence or foul language.
Book Description:
Explore the rich tapestry of holiday traditions that have shaped the First State's festive season across the centuries. From colonial customs to modern-day celebrations, "Delaware at Christmas" unwraps the fascinating stories behind the state's most cherished Yuletide practices.
Discover how Delaware's diverse communities have contributed to its unique holiday landscape:
Uncover the origins of iconic traditions like the Wilmington mummer's parade and beach town "Christmas in July" festivities
Learn about the evolution of holiday decorations, from simple colonial adornments to elaborate Victorian displays
Explore the influence of immigrant communities, including Polish, Italian, and Hispanic holiday customs
Delve into forgotten practices like the holly wreath industry that once thrived in southern Delaware
Examine how wartime and economic shifts shaped Christmas observances throughout the state's history
Filled with captivating anecdotes, historical photographs, and little-known facts, this book offers a comprehensive look at how Delawareans have celebrated the holiday season from the 17th century to the present day. Whether you're a history buff, a holiday enthusiast, or simply curious about Delaware's cultural heritage, this meticulously researched volume provides a joyous journey through time.
"Delaware at Christmas" is an essential addition to any First State bookshelf, offering:
In-depth exploration of religious and secular holiday traditions
Profiles of notable Delawareans who influenced Christmas customs
Insights into how national trends and local innovations shaped Delaware's experiences
A treasure trove of holiday memories from generations of Delaware families
Unwrap the magic of Delaware's Christmas past and present with this definitive guide to the state's holiday history. Whether you're a lifelong resident or a curious visitor, "Delaware at Christmas" promises to enrich your understanding and appreciation of the First State's joyous spirit. Buy "Delaware at Christmas" today and embark on a joyful exploration of holiday traditions in the heart of the Mid-Atlantic!
Explore the rich tapestry of holiday traditions that have shaped the First State's festive season across the centuries. From colonial customs to modern-day celebrations, "Delaware at Christmas" unwraps the fascinating stories behind the state's most cherished Yuletide practices.
Discover how Delaware's diverse communities have contributed to its unique holiday landscape:
Uncover the origins of iconic traditions like the Wilmington mummer's parade and beach town "Christmas in July" festivities
Learn about the evolution of holiday decorations, from simple colonial adornments to elaborate Victorian displays
Explore the influence of immigrant communities, including Polish, Italian, and Hispanic holiday customs
Delve into forgotten practices like the holly wreath industry that once thrived in southern Delaware
Examine how wartime and economic shifts shaped Christmas observances throughout the state's history
Filled with captivating anecdotes, historical photographs, and little-known facts, this book offers a comprehensive look at how Delawareans have celebrated the holiday season from the 17th century to the present day. Whether you're a history buff, a holiday enthusiast, or simply curious about Delaware's cultural heritage, this meticulously researched volume provides a joyous journey through time.
"Delaware at Christmas" is an essential addition to any First State bookshelf, offering:
In-depth exploration of religious and secular holiday traditions
Profiles of notable Delawareans who influenced Christmas customs
Insights into how national trends and local innovations shaped Delaware's experiences
A treasure trove of holiday memories from generations of Delaware families
Unwrap the magic of Delaware's Christmas past and present with this definitive guide to the state's holiday history. Whether you're a lifelong resident or a curious visitor, "Delaware at Christmas" promises to enrich your understanding and appreciation of the First State's joyous spirit. Buy "Delaware at Christmas" today and embark on a joyful exploration of holiday traditions in the heart of the Mid-Atlantic!
Meet the Author:
Ten year old Dave Tabler decided he was going to read the ‘R’ volume from the family’s World Book Encyclopedia set over summer vacation. He never made it from beginning to end. He did, however, become interested in Norman Rockwell, rare-earth elements, and Run for the Roses.
Tabler’s father encouraged him to try his hand at taking pictures with the family camera. With visions of Rockwell dancing in his head, Tabler press-ganged his younger brother into wearing a straw hat and sitting next to a stream barefoot with a homemade fishing pole in his hand. The resulting image was terrible.
Dave Tabler went on to earn degrees in art history and photojournalism despite being told he needed a ‘Plan B.'
Fresh out of college, Tabler contributed the photography for “The Illustrated History of American Civil War Relics,” which taught him how to work with museum curators, collectors, and white cotton gloves. He met a man in the Shenandoah Valley who played the musical saw, a Knoxville fellow who specialized in collecting barbed wire, and Tom Dickey, brother of the man who wrote ‘Deliverance.’
In 2006 Tabler circled back to these earlier encounters with Appalachian culture as an idea for a blog. AppalachianHistory.net today reaches 375,000 readers a year.
Dave Tabler moved to Delaware in 2010 and became smitten with its rich past. He no longer copies Norman Rockwell, but his experience working with curators and collectors came in handy when he got the urge to photograph a love letter to Delaware’s early heritage. This may be the start of something.
connect with the author: website ~ X ~ facebook ~ pinterest ~ instagram ~ goodreads
Ten year old Dave Tabler decided he was going to read the ‘R’ volume from the family’s World Book Encyclopedia set over summer vacation. He never made it from beginning to end. He did, however, become interested in Norman Rockwell, rare-earth elements, and Run for the Roses.
Tabler’s father encouraged him to try his hand at taking pictures with the family camera. With visions of Rockwell dancing in his head, Tabler press-ganged his younger brother into wearing a straw hat and sitting next to a stream barefoot with a homemade fishing pole in his hand. The resulting image was terrible.
Dave Tabler went on to earn degrees in art history and photojournalism despite being told he needed a ‘Plan B.'
Fresh out of college, Tabler contributed the photography for “The Illustrated History of American Civil War Relics,” which taught him how to work with museum curators, collectors, and white cotton gloves. He met a man in the Shenandoah Valley who played the musical saw, a Knoxville fellow who specialized in collecting barbed wire, and Tom Dickey, brother of the man who wrote ‘Deliverance.’
In 2006 Tabler circled back to these earlier encounters with Appalachian culture as an idea for a blog. AppalachianHistory.net today reaches 375,000 readers a year.
Dave Tabler moved to Delaware in 2010 and became smitten with its rich past. He no longer copies Norman Rockwell, but his experience working with curators and collectors came in handy when he got the urge to photograph a love letter to Delaware’s early heritage. This may be the start of something.
connect with the author: website ~ X ~ facebook ~ pinterest ~ instagram ~ goodreads
Enter the Giveaway:
My Review:
I have loved reading Dave Tabler's books on the history of Delaware. I was honored to once again to have a chance to read his newest release, Delaware at Christmas / The First State in a Merry State. I loved reading the different past and present traditions and customs practiced in the state of Delaware. The book is in four parts: Cultural Traditions, 19th Century Celebrations and Customs, The Victorian Era and Early 20th Century, and Modern Traditions. I loved seeing the pictures and photographs all throughout. It was interesting reading the different influences from the world, such as, Scandinavian, Dutch, British, German, African, Polish, Irish, Italian, and Hispanic. I learned about decorations, food, plants, and icons that I know today that is part of Christmas traditions. I thought it was a great book to read just as the Holiday season starts to kickoff.
Delaware at Christmas / The First State in a Merry State by Dave Tabler will be getting a very well deserved five plus stars from me. I highly recommend it for all readers who love to read non fiction that is rich in history, particularly United States of America. I believe it would make a wonderful gift for any history buff of any age. As always, I would love to read more books like this one from Dave Tabler in the future.
I received a paperback copy of Dave Tabler's Delaware at Christmas / The First State in a Merry State from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.
