Festivals and Faiths: Divali

The lighting of lamps, feasting with families, firework displays and fairs are all part of Divali. This Hindu festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil and brings new hopes for happiness and prosperity. Join in the festivities with this fantastic series that takes young readers to major celebrations all over the world! Snappy text and inviting colour photographs of this title show how each festival is marked, and its cultural and religious importance to the communities involved. Each book offers ideas for making festive decorations or food, so that the reader can take part too.