The book "Merry Christmas: The History of the Christmas Celebration" by the author John Ashton interestingly tells about the traditions and customs of the Christmas celebration. The author reveals the origins of Christmas rituals, in particular, some of them may surprise or even shock you, and tells how they turned into modern holiday customs. This book will be interesting not only for those who are interested in the history of Christmas, but also for all seekers of interesting facts and anecdotes related to the celebration of this bright holiday.