History and defining moments
Stories and turning points associated with September 20th, placed together in an enjoyable journey through time.
A gift made for their exact birthday
The Birthday Book: September 20th
September 20th 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
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The story of one date, seen from every angle
This edition is researched and written specifically for September 20th. 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 20th
A small taste of the people, discoveries and defining moments connected to this exact day across history.
- 2022
In the BBC series Cunk on Earth, historian Ashley Jackson comforted a distraught Philomena Cunk by talking about ABBA.
Read the source - 1498
A tsunami caused by the Meiō earthquake washed away the building housing the statue of the Great Buddha at Kōtoku-in in Kamakura, Japan; the statue has since stood in the open air.
Read the source - 1792
The French Army achieved its first major victory of the War of the First Coalition at the Battle of Valmy.
Read the source - 1967
L. Ron Hubbard, the founder of Scientology, announced the story of Xenu in a taped lecture sent to all Scientologists.
Read the source - 1997
Hurricane Erika, the strongest and longest-lasting hurricane of the 1997 Atlantic hurricane season, dissipated after causing flooding and power outages throughout Puerto Rico.
Read the source
Historical selections adapted from Wikipedia's Selected Anniversaries pages under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.
Questions about this edition
September 20th Birthday Book FAQs
Is the entire book about September 20th?
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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