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New Year Legends and Customs Across History and Scenes
A sprawling survey traces New Year traditions from El Cid and Russian cannon salutes to Rosh Hashanah and medieval calendars. It notes the varied timing of New Year celebrations from autumn equinox to June solstice and recalls gift giving and customs in ancient Egypt Rome and China.
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el Cid
Julius Ceasar
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Jim Merritt
Mr Merritt
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