Few nations celebrate religious and cultural holidays with as much fervour, creativity, and delight as India does. Christmas is one of the many celebrations held in this dazzlingly diversified country. It commemorates the night that Jesus was born on earth and brought with him the all-pervading "fragrance of Love." The Christian communities in India observe Christmas with food, music, lights, prayer, get-togethers with family, charitable giving, and other long-standing customs, some of which have developed over over two millennia. And for ages, people from various cultures have joined in on this Indian event, which has a spirit of love and joy that endures even during times of conflict. The special beauty of Christmas in India is well captured in this anthology. edited and featuring prefaces by two of India's best authors, Jerry Pinto