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The Stations of the Sun

Author: Ronald Hutton

Referenced in 3 episodes

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Episodes Referencing This Book

December 25, 2023

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Described as Ronald Hutton's 'great book' - a history of the ritual year in Britain, cited for its discussion of Christmas and the December 25th date

November 02, 2021

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At the end of the episode, the hosts recommend this book (transcribed as 'statues of the sun') for readers interested in festive paganism, particularly as winter approaches.

November 01, 2021

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Described as being about 'the ritual year in Britain' and addressing questions about whether Halloween and Christmas go back to pagan times