The history, folklore, tales, customs and celebrations of Hogmanay, new in paperback. The Little Book of Hogmanay is a feast of information exploring the history, folklore, tales, customs, food, drink and celebrations of Hogmanay, from its pagan roots to its jubilant present. Whether you need a user's guide or an anthology of entertainment, The Little Book of Hogmanay will tell you all you ever wanted to know about Scotland's most widely, and wildly, celebrated festival. AUTHOR: Bob Pegg began his professional career in 1970 as singer, musician and songwriter with the folk rock band Mr Fox. Later he teamed up with instrumentalist Nick Strutt, and ended the decade as a solo singer-songwriter, with five albums for Transatlantic Records under his belt. In 1989, after a spell as one half of performance duo The Beasties, he moved to the Highlands of Scotland where he now lives, working as a storyteller, writer and musician. 35 b/w illustrations