Day of the Dead Box [Box set] [Hardcover]

Gina Hyams (Author), Alethea Morrison (Author), Masako Takahashi (Author)

Book Description

Series: Portable Protectors | Publication Date: July 1, 2001

Celebrating The Day of the Dead is a time-honored tradition in Mexico. Rather than an occasion to mourn those who have died, Mexicans see Día de los Muertos as an exuberant, sensual, life-affirming celebration, and create elaborate altars to honor their dead. Refer to the enclosed book to learn about the rich history, ritual, and significance that surrounds the Day of the Dead, and use the altar and figurine in the box to create your own celebration of a loved one's life.

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About the Author

Gina Hyams is the author of several books on travel and Mexico, including the Day of the Dead Box and Mexicasa, both published by Chronicle Books. Her work has also appeared in several literary anthologies and in San Francisco Magazine, Salon, Newsweek, and on National Public Radio. She lives in Northern California.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 96 pages
• Publisher: Chronicle Books (July 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811830519
• ISBN-13: 978-0811830515
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 5.1 x 3.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,097,266 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Gina Hyams is an author and editor who specializes in travel, tradition, and the arts. Her books include the bestselling travel-design titles, In a Mexican Garden: Courtyards, Pools, and Open-Air Living Rooms and Mexicasa: The Enchanting Inns and Haciendas of Mexico, as well as Pacific Spas: Luxury Getaways on the West Coast, Day of the Dead Box, The Campfire Collection: Thrilling, Chilling Tales of Alien Encounters, and Incense: Rituals, Mystery, Lore -- all published by Chronicle Books. She is also co-editor of the recently-published anthology, Searching for Mary Poppins: Women Write About the Relationship Between Mothers and Nannies (Hudson Street Press/Penguin U.S.A.). Gina's essays and articles have appeared in Newsweek, San Francisco, Berkshire Living, Organic Style, Living Southern Style, Healing Lifestyles & Spas, and Salon.com. She has also contributed to Fodor's Travel Publications, National Public Radio, and numerous anthologies. For more info, see www.ginahyams.com.