<p><strong>From its beginnings as a farming celebration marking the end of winter to its current role as a global party featuring good food, lots of gifts and public parades, <em>Chinese New Year</em> is a snapshot of Chinese culture.</strong></p><p>Award-winning author and broadcaster Jen Sookfong Lee recalls her childhood in Vancouver and weaves family stories into the history, traditions and evolution of <em>Chinese New Year</em>. Lavishly illustrated with color photographs throughout.</p>