Christmas History Luminaries show us how the Christmas was celebrated by the numero uno of the society from time immemorial. It makes a fascinating read on the impact the celebrities made on the society by their contributions whether in the field of literature or music or even fashion and style.
We find it hard to resist the works and life of Charles Dickens when talking about Christmas history luminaries. He had a profound impact on the then society, and even today, the pattern of Christmas celebrations are influenced by him. Beginning of the Victorian era in England, saw the decline of the elaborateness of Christmas festivities. Oliver Cromwell and the puritans were against the Christmas celebrations as they associated it with earlier pagan customs and rituals. Charles Dickens witnessed the Industrial Revolution, which left people with no time for celebrations. 1843 revolutionized the concept of Christmas festivities as it was in this year the "Christmas Carol" saw the light of the day. The reformation of Scrooge, the unimaginable poverty of the children, the homeless have all made Christmas Carol a tradition in itself. Charles Dickens himself financed the publication of this novel.
Today many celebrities have their own unique ways of celebrating Christmas. And we must mention the music albums, which have enriched Christmas over the years. Christmas history luminaries let us know all the little facts associated with this. John Rutter, one of the most talented classical music composers in modern times has many recordings of sacred choral music loved by many. Emmylou Harris's "Christmas Album" has become a classic since 1980. Elvis Presley recorded the famous "Blue Christmas". Adam Sandler's "The Chanukah Song" is also a favorite of the Christmas season. There are many others who have enriched the festivities. Enjoy Christmas music from Christmas Carnivals.
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