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Summary: Do you want to make your wedding different?
Review: If you want to copy some rites and traditions and use your imagination so that your wedding is different from that of your friends this is the book for you. But if you care about the origin of customs and which societies around the world have practiced over the centuries, it is not for you. The research from books and the Internet is sloppy. Despite her having "travelled the world for a decade," her book reflects little personal research. It adds up to being superficial and inaccurate. Anyone who knows anything about henna evenings in various societies (she cites seven that hold them) will be appalled by the repetitive writing, describing henna generally as "elaborate designs" on the hands, wrists and the soles of the feet of a bride.
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Summary: Timeless Traditions
Review: No other book covers the world or makes the customs as easy to find as this book does.It's worth it just to add a few really special touches to the pre-wedding parties, ceremony, and reception. It explains the origin of customs around the world and includes a variety of religious as well as Native American, Chinese, Japanese,African, Phillipine, Hispanic, and Slavic cultures among the incredible variety. But it also includes vows AND ceremonies for an incredible variety of religions, great quotes from literary masters, and lots of toasts. AND it's easy to find what you want because it's divided up into chapters that cover courting, engagement, ceremony, reception, clothes, and post-wedding stuff. It's wonderful. I added some of the traditions to my wedding and it was so much more romantic.
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Summary: Customs of Origin
Review: What particularly struck me about this book was the depth and breadth of information. In addition to an astounding array of well-documented international customs, the author includes useful extras like wedding ceremony vows, readings, and toasts used around the world. It's a pleasure to read and contains some real gems.
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