History and defining moments
Stories and turning points associated with October 22nd, placed together in an enjoyable journey through time.
A gift made for their exact birthday
The Birthday Book: October 22nd
October 22nd 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
This edition is still being created. Request it and we’ll prioritise the dates people want most.
Inside the October 22nd edition
The story of one date, seen from every angle
This edition is researched and written specifically for October 22nd. 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 22nd
A small taste of the people, discoveries and defining moments connected to this exact day across history.
- 1724
J. S. Bach led the first performance of the chorale cantata Schmücke dich, o liebe Seele (Adorn yourself, O dear soul), based on the communion hymn of the same name, in Leipzig.
Read the source - 1727
George II and Caroline of Ansbach were crowned king and queen of Great Britain in Westminster Abbey.
Read the source - 1895
At Gare Montparnasse in Paris, an express train derailed after overrunning the buffer stop and crashed through the station wall, with the locomotive landing on the street below.
Read the source - 1924
The educational non-profit organization Toastmasters International was founded at a YMCA in Santa Ana, California.
Read the source - 2014
In Ottawa, Canada, the downtown core was placed on lockdown after a series of shootings at Parliament Hill.
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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 22nd Birthday Book FAQs
Is the entire book about October 22nd?
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.
What happens after I request it?
Your request is recorded so this date can be prioritised. We’ll contact you by email when the edition is ready to order.