Groundhog DayExplores the national phenomenon of Groundhog Day, opening with a look at the annual celebration in Punxsutawney. The author investigates the holiday's European origins, recounts the history of the groundhog as weather prognosticator in America -- from ethnic symbol to pop culture hero -- and traces the groundhog's appearance in poetry, songs, and recipes. Other weather lore and weather-predicting days are also discussed. |
Contents
Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney | 1 |
From Punxsutawney to the World | 19 |
The Origins of Groundhog Day | 41 |
Natures Groundhog | 53 |
Groundhog Lodges | 63 |
Groundhog on the Table | 83 |
Groundhog Culture | 93 |
Other Weather Lore | 111 |
Festivals and Souvenirs | 129 |
Bibliography | 131 |
Index | 140 |
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