Download or read book A Yearbook of Holidays and Observances written by Iva A. Smith and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 1998-07 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides insight into the beliefs and values of different peoples, primarily people of color, by looking at the holidays and celebrations (religious and nonreligious) which play an important part in their lives. Following a month-by-month format, the publication looks at holidays, which mainstream America consider traditional, through the perspectives of women and people of color and provides info. about holidays which are of particular importance to these groups. Includes holidays of: Chinese, African-American, Islamic, Hispanic, Jewish, Native American, and other celebrations. Includes info. on lunar, solar, and scientifically manipulated calendars.