Who was she, this maiden with candles in her hair? Almost lost among the annals of the early church, Saint Lucia came truly to light in that most dark and forbidding of winters - that of Sweden.
Here is her story – the traces in history, the legends, the ties to pagan folklore and the modern traditions. Here is "Lucia Day" as celebrated in practically every city, village, school, church and club in today's Sweden... and parts of America, as well.
You'll find tips for celebrating your own Lucia, a simple but charming opener to the Christmas holiday season. It can be a day of light -- flickering candles, saffron bread and pepparkakor and your very own tie to a long and heartwarming tradition.
The traditional recipes are included, too, to make your family's Lucia a tasty celebration!
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