The History of Christmas
Ever wonder how December 25th came to the date on which we celebrate Christmas? I know I have. Luckily, Biblical Archaelogy Review has what seems to me to be perhaps the most authoritative answer I've yet come across.
Working With Words
A weblog devoted to spurring a conversation among those who use words to varying degrees in their daily work. Hosted by John Ettorre, a Cleveland-based writer and editor. Please email me at: john.ettorre@gmail.com. "There comes a time when you realize that everything is a dream, and only those things preserved in writing have any possibility of being real." --James Salter
Friday, December 25, 2009
Ever wonder how December 25th came to the date on which we celebrate Christmas? I know I have. Luckily, Biblical Archaelogy Review has what seems to me to be perhaps the most authoritative answer I've yet come across.
About Me
- Name: John Ettorre
- Location: Cleveland, Ohio
I'm a Cleveland, Ohio-based writer, editor and writing coach, with more than 25 years of experience, including stints in Chicago and Washington, D.C. My work has appeared in more than 100 print and online publications, from the New York Times and the Christian Science Monitor to local and regional publications. My work has been recognized by awards (including an Emmy) from four journalism groups.
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