Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.
Contents:
Happy Saint Patrick's Day! -- Who was Saint Patrick? -- The legend of the snakes -- Saint Patrick and the shamrock -- A grand holiday -- Symbols and decorations -- How we celebrate -- Saint Patrick's Day around the world -- The poets' corner.
Summary:
Presents a short history of Saint Patrick's Day examining the story of the patron saint of Ireland, the legend of the snakes, the shamrock and other symbols and decorations, and more.
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