Nadya Miryanova explores the stories behind some of the nation’s most loved Christmas carols
by Nadya Miryanova Tuesday December 22 2020
Christmas carols carry a distinctive kind of midwinter magic, conjuring images of snow-tipped forest trees and candle-lit beginnings. They’ve undoubtedly become a central part of the festive season, ringing out in churches and homes while brightening Christmases all round the nation.
With Christmas fast approaching, what better time is there to reflect on their origins? Many themes swirl round their mystical beginnings, from dubious author attributions to continuously evolving traditions. Much is unknown, yet there is much to be found.