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Horrible Christmas

by Terry Deary · 2000

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'Horrible Christmas' takes an alternative look at the festive season, with facts on foul but festive food, curious Christmas customs and cruel yule disasters. Read seasonal stories to send shivers down your spine, and meet Santa's little helper.

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historyhistoryMore like thisLess of this
Genre
humorhumorMore like thisLess of this
Themes
ChristmasChristmasMore like thisLess of this
Audience
childrens
Length
short · 112 pages

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