New Orleans, a colorful city with great food and a colorful history, always loves a party. It is no wonder that Christmas, which is a precursor for the city's Mardi Gras celebration, is a holiday celebrated with gusto. This book takes an historical and contemporary look at how New Orleans celebrates Christmas. Photos appear throughout, as do some favorite New Orleans holiday recipes. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)