Books by Andrew Page, the former chair of the Christmas Carols Appreciation Society, are listed here.
In Light and Life, Andrew Page examines the history of “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” tracing its development from Charles Wesley’s original Hymn for Christmas Day of 1739 to the triumphant carol that resounds around the world today.
Andrew Page and Steve Fowle have translated 20 Christmas carols from Polish into English, with the view of bringing these wonderful festive songs to life for non-Polish audiences. Published alongside the original Polish lyrics, and with brief histories of each song, the English words will bring a taste of Polish culture and traditions to those unfamiliar with these festive gems.
A brief history of the famous Christmas carol, examining its origins and the growth of its popularity in the mid 19th century while dispelling a few myths. The book also includes the original German lyrics and multiple English versions of Silent Night.
Pod malowaną tęczą is a nativity play, written in Polish with an English translation, based on the Polish tradition of jasełka. It follows Mary and Joseph as they journey to Bethlehem, where they meet the shepherds Kuba, Bartek and Stasiek and are visited by the kindly Oriental magi. Also appearing are a host of angels, King Herod, a sycophantic jester, Satan, a group of demons and Death himself...
The play includes ten carols traditionally sung in Poland, lyrics of which are provided in both Polish and English.
