History and defining moments
Stories and turning points associated with October 15th, placed together in an enjoyable journey through time.
A gift made for their exact birthday
The Birthday Book: October 15th
October 15th is more than a square on the calendar. This substantial hardback gathers a world of stories connected to that precise date into one thoughtful birthday gift.
- Completely date-specific - not the same book with a different cover
- Approximately 150 pages to read, share and return to
- Hardback format designed to feel like a proper keepsake
Price£29.99
Buy securely on Amazon As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Inside the October 15th edition
The story of one date, seen from every angle
This edition is researched and written specifically for October 15th. Its contents follow the people, moments and cultural memories linked to the date, creating a book that feels personal without needing names or photographs added.
Music, film, television and sport
Culture and entertainment connected to the day, giving readers plenty to recognise, remember and discuss.
Notable people who share the birthday
Remarkable lives linked by the same October birthday and the stories that made them memorable.
A lasting birthday keepsake
A beautifully presented hardback that works especially well for milestone birthdays and for someone who is difficult to buy for.
On this date
Five fascinating facts about October 15th
A small taste of the people, discoveries and defining moments connected to this exact day across history.
- 1529
Ottoman–Habsburg wars: The siege of Vienna ended with Austrian forces repelling the invading Turks, turning the tide against almost a century of conquest in Europe by the Ottoman Empire.
Read the source - 1888
The "From Hell" letter, allegedly from Jack the Ripper, was sent to George Lusk, the chairman of the Whitechapel Vigilance Committee in London.
Read the source - 1965
Vietnam War protests: At an anti-war rally in New York City, David J. Miller burned his draft card, the first such act to result in arrest under a new amendment to the Selective Service Act.
Read the source - 1979
President Carlos Humberto Romero of El Salvador was overthrown and exiled in a military coup d'état.
Read the source - 1701
Marie-Marguerite d'Youville was born on this date.
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Historical selections adapted from Wikipedia's Selected Anniversaries pages under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.
Questions about this edition
October 15th Birthday Book FAQs
Is the entire book about October 15th?
Yes. The contents are created around this date; it is not simply a standard interior with a different date printed on the cover.
Is it suitable for a milestone birthday?
Yes. Its hardback format and wide range of stories make it an especially thoughtful present for milestone birthdays.
How many pages does it contain?
The completed book contains approximately 150 pages of date-specific material.
Where is the book purchased?
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