Why Do Catholics Eat Fish on Friday?: The Catholic Origin to Just About Everything

Did you know that the origins of Groundhog Day stem from a Catholic tradition? Or that the common pretzel was once a Lenten reward for the pious? Why Do Catholics Eat Fish on Friday is a fascinating guide to the roots of all-things-Catholic. This smart and concise guide will introduce readers to the hidden heritage in many commonplace things that make up contemporary life. The reader-friendly format and the illuminating entries will make this guide a perfect gift for Catholics and anyone who loves a bit of historic trivia.
Table of Contents - Foreword * Time * Manners&Dining Etiquette * Food * Drink * Music&Theater * Sports&Games * Holidays&Festivities * Flowers&Plants * Insects, Animals,&More * American Places * International, National,&State Symbols * Clothes&Other Sundry Inventions * Education&Superstition * Art&Science * Law&Architecture * Epilogue: Words, Words, Words--Catholic, Anti-Catholic, and Post-Catholic