New in paperback
This captivating book of recollections celebrates the holiday
traditions of Appalachian families as passed from one generation to
the next. Based on Foxfire students' interviews with neighbors and
family members, the memories shared here are from a simpler time,
when gifts were fewer but perhaps more precious, and holiday tables
were laden with traditional favorites. More than just
reminiscences, however,
A Foxfire Christmas includes
instructions for recreating many of the ornaments, toys, and
recipes that make up so many family traditions, from Chicken and
Dumplings to Black Walnut Cake, and from candy pulls to corn husk
dolls and hand-whittled toy cars.