A portrait of Christmas Revels founder John Langstaff reveals influences that shaped the creation of his popular annual celebration, from his mischievous choirboy experiences and early career as a recital singer to his World War II injury and subsequent work as a recording artist, television performer, teacher and childrens author. By the Newbery Medal-winning author of The Grey King. Simultaneous. A portrait of Christmas Revels founder John Langstaff reveals the influences that shaped the creation of his popular annual celebration, including his early career as a recital singer and subsequent work as a recording artist, television performer, teacher, and childrens author.
