Published Oct 30, 2021
A History of Halloween (Encore)
Gary Arndt delves into Halloween's fascinating evolution from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain to its current form as a secular community highlight in the United States, examining the origins of trick-or-treating and the symbolism of iconic figures like pumpkins, witches, and bats.
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