History and defining moments
Stories and turning points associated with September 17th, placed together in an enjoyable journey through time.
A gift made for their exact birthday
The Birthday Book: September 17th
September 17th 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 September 17th edition
The story of one date, seen from every angle
This edition is researched and written specifically for September 17th. 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 September 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 September 17th
A small taste of the people, discoveries and defining moments connected to this exact day across history.
- 1382
Following Louis I's death without a male heir, his daughter Mary was crowned with the title of "King" of Hungary.
Read the source - 1849
Harriet Tubman escaped from slavery in the U.S. state of Maryland, and later orchestrated the rescues of other slaves via the Underground Railroad.
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World War II: The Soviet Union invaded Poland from the east, sixteen days after Nazi Germany's attack on the country from the west.
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NASA announced the Next Nine astronauts selected for the purpose of landing on the moon.
Read the source - 2008
Seven al-Qaeda fighters attack the embassy of the United States in Sanaa, Yemen, leaving 20 people dead.
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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
September 17th Birthday Book FAQs
Is the entire book about September 17th?
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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