You can find out more about the sinister Krampus and Krampusnacht in Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts.
The Chrismologist's Advent Calendar 2017 - Day 5
Tuesday, 5 December 2017
In the mountainous regions of central Europe tonight, people will be keeping an eye out for Krampus, the Christmas Devil. For where Father Christmas giveth, Krampus taketh away...
You can find out more about the sinister Krampus and Krampusnacht in Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts.
You can find out more about the sinister Krampus and Krampusnacht in Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts.
The Chrismologist's Advent Calendar 2017 - Day 4
Monday, 4 December 2017
In honour of The Muppet Christmas Carol being re-released in cinemas today, here's one of the most well-loved songs from the film.
Remember, it's not too late to buy The Chrismologist's guide to the festive season - Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts.
Remember, it's not too late to buy The Chrismologist's guide to the festive season - Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts.
The Chrismologist's Advent Calendar 2017 - Day 3
Sunday, 3 December 2017
It wouldn't be Christmas now without The Pogues and Kirsty MacColl, would it?
Remember, The Chrismologist's guide to the festive season - Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts - makes for an excellent stocking filler!
Remember, The Chrismologist's guide to the festive season - Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts - makes for an excellent stocking filler!
The Chrismologist's Advent Calendar 2017 - Day 2
Saturday, 2 December 2017
It's getting quite wintry here in the UK, so here's a seasonal favourite from David Essex.
Did you know, the Chrismologist's Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts even explains the mysteries of snow and ice!
The book is also available in the United States as Christmas Miscellany: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Christmas.
Did you know, the Chrismologist's Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts even explains the mysteries of snow and ice!
The book is also available in the United States as Christmas Miscellany: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Christmas.
The Chrismologist's Advent Calendar 2017 - Day 1
Friday, 1 December 2017
This year, the Chrismologist's Advent Calendar is going to consist of popular Christmas songs and carols. Can you guess what will be the final song of the season that will be revealed on Christmas Day itself?
To find out more about the festive season, order your copy of the Chrismologist's Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts today!
The book is also available in the United States as Christmas Miscellany: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Christmas.
To find out more about the festive season, order your copy of the Chrismologist's Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts today!
The book is also available in the United States as Christmas Miscellany: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Christmas.
A Gathering of Krampuses
Thursday, 8 December 2016
What is the collective noun for Krampuses? And while we're at it, what is the accurate plural form of 'Krampus'?
Anyway, that aside... For the last two years Family Green have spent New Year skiing in Alpendorf, in the Austrian Tyrol. This photograph was taken this week as the town prepared for Krampusnacht on Monday.
You can find out more about Krampus and his habits in Christmas Explained: Robins, Kings and Brussel Sprouts.
Anyway, that aside... For the last two years Family Green have spent New Year skiing in Alpendorf, in the Austrian Tyrol. This photograph was taken this week as the town prepared for Krampusnacht on Monday.
Running into that lot on Monday night would have been a hair-raising experience!
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