Plum-Ucci, Carol, 1957-

Celebrate Diwali / Carol Plum-Ucci. - Berkeley Heights, NJ : Enslow, c2008. - 128 p. : col. ill., col. map ; 25 cm. - Celebrate holidays. .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 115-126) and index.

Origins of Diwali: Story of Rama and Sita -- History of Diwali -- Cultural significance of Diwali -- Who celebrates Christmas and Diwali influences -- Holiday symbols -- Diwali celebrations around the world -- Diya dish -- Glossary -- Chapter Notes -- Further Reading -- Internet addresses -- Index.

Describes the history of Divali, its symbols, and how it is celebrated today.

ISBN: 9780766027787 (hc.) : $31.93 0766027783 (hc.)

LCCN: 2006028106

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Divali.

LC Class. No.: BL1239.82.D58 / P64 2008

Dewey Class. No.: 294.5/36