THE STORY OF A SPECIAL DAY

February 23: Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima!

The special occasion gift they’ll never throw away — a whole book for the price of a premium card! The story of a special day…

…What happened in history?

…Who was born?

…Who died?

What happened on *your* special day?

From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift — one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten!

On February 23, 1945, US Marines raised the American flag atop Mount Suribachi on the island of Iwo Jima! But that’s not all. February 23 is also the date that…

…the Gutenberg Bible was published

…the Battle of the Alamo began

Black historian and educator W. E. B. Du Bois, atomic bomber Paul Tibbets, and musicians Georg Handel and Johnny Winter were all born on February 23. Poet John Keats, President John Quincy Adams, veterinarian and author James Herriot, and Hardy partner Stan Laurel died.

There’s plenty to celebrate on February 23! In Guyana, it’s Mashramani; in Brunei it’s Hari Kebangsaan; and in the US, it’s National Banana Bread Day. February, of course, is Black History Month in the US and Canada. Mardi Gras sometimes falls on February 23, which makes sense because sometimes it’s also “Open That Bottle Night.”

Each volume of The Story of a Special Day is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. Plus, holidays around the world; birthday gems, flowers, and other symbols; horoscope signs; sayings and superstitions; and much, much more!

With 78 pages packed with 37 historic photographs and illustrations, The Story of a Special Day is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain. A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, February 23: The Story of a Special Day will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion.

Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year…because every day is a special day for someone you know! [Ebook coming soon!]

FEBRUARY 21, 1885 — THE WASHINGTON MONUMENT IS DEDICATED

On February 21, 1885, President Chester A. Arthur dedicated the Washington Monument. Also on February 21, the first working steam locomotive made its maiden run (1804), the first telephone directory was published (1880), World War I’s Battle of Verdun began (1916), NASCAR was founded (1948), and Nixon went to China (1972).

The Story of a Special Day is a special occasion gift they’ll never throw away — a whole book for the price of a premium card! The story of a special day.tells you what happened in history, who was born, and who died. What happened on *your* special day? From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift — one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten!

February 21 is the birthday of actors Kelsey Grammer and Alan Rickman, the only brothers to visit outer space, and the longest-lived person ever! Malcolm X, Spinoza, Tim Horton, and the guy who played the Creature from the Black Lagoon all died on February 21. This date is also International Mother Language Day, National Biscuits and Gravy Day, and if it’s also the third weekend in the month, it’s National Margarita Weekend!

Each volume of The Story of a Special Day is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. Plus, birthday gems, flowers, and other symbols; horoscope signs; sayings and superstitions; and much, much more! With 82 pages packed with 43 historic photographs and illustrations, this book is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain. A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, “The Story of a Special Day” will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion.

Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year…because every day is a special day for someone you know! (Ebook coming soon.)

VALENTINE’S DAY! The Story of a Special Day for February 14

February 14: The Story of a Special Day

The special occasion gift they’ll never throw away — a whole book for the price of a premium card! With 95 pages of fun trivia and 44 photographs and illustrations from the pages of history, it’s sure to delight any reader.

…What happened in history?

…Who was born?

…Who died?

What happened on *your* special day? From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this ebook makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift — one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten!

February 14 is Valentine’s Day! Also, in history, it’s the day…

…the League of Women Voters was founded

…the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre took place

…Jackie Kennedy gave a televised tour of the White House

…and YouTube was launched!

February 14 is the birthday of comedian Jack Benny, inventor of the Ferris Wheel George Ferris Jr.,Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein, television personality Hugh Downs, “fifth Beatle” Murray the K, dancer Gregory Hines, Brady Bunch mom Florence Henderson, actor John Barrymore, vanished labor leader Jimmy Hoffa, and sportscaster Mel Allen.

Mobster Vito Genovese, mystery writer Dick Francis, Jeeves creator P. G. Wodehouse, General William Tecumseh Sherman, Captain James Cook, actor Louis Jordan, and the real James Bond died on this day.

In addition to Valentine’s Day, February 14 is also Statehood Day in Oregon and Arizona, as well as National Cream-Filled Chocolates Day!

These are just a few of the many reasons why February 14 is a very special day! A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, “The Story of a Special Day” will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion. And if you’re a history enthusiast, a fan of actors or sports figures, or just interested in knowing more about the world around you, “The Story of a Special Day” makes a great addition to your bookshelf or e-reader device!

Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year…because every day is a special day for someone you know!

FEBRUARY 13, 1920 — BASEBALL’S NATIONAL NEGRO LEAGUE IS FOUNDED!

On February 13, 1920, the first successful league of African-American baseball teams, the National Negro League, was founded. Catherine Howard, fifth wife of Henry VIII, was beheaded (1542), the Allies bombed Dresden (1945), the Nashville sit-ins for civil rights began (1960), and the universe’s largest known diamond was discovered (2004)!

February 13 birthdays include supersonic pilot Chuck Yeager, American Gothic painter Grant Wood, Erector Set inventor A. C. Gilbert, and musicians Peter Gabriel and Tennessee Ernie Ford. Singer Waylon Jennings, Fugitive star David Janssen, and Puritan preacher Cotton Mather died.

In some years, February 13 is Mardi Gras. In Myanmar, it’s Children’s Day, and in the US it’s National Italian Food Day. February is Black History Month in the US and Canada. February’s birthstone is amethyst and its birth flowers are violet and primrose. In astrology, February 13’s sign is Aquarius (traditional) and Capricorn (sidereal).

The Story of a Special Day is a special occasion gift they’ll never throw away — a whole book for the price of a premium card! The story of a special day.tells you what happened in history, who was born, and who died. What happened on *your* special day? From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift — one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten!

Each volume of The Story of a Special Day is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. With 86 pages packed with over 46 historic photographs and illustrations, this book is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain. A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, “The Story of a Special Day” will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion.

Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year…because every day is a special day for someone you know!

GEORGE WASHINGTON ELECTED PRESIDENT!

The Story of a Special Day for February 4

The special occasion gift they’ll never throw away — a whole book for the price of a premium card!

…What happened in history?

…Who was born?

…Who died?

What happened on *your* special day? From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift — one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten!

On February 4, 1789, George Washington was elected first President of the United States. But that’s not all!. On February 4…

…the 47 Ronin died after avenging their master

…the Confederacy was formed

…FDR, Churchill, and Stalin met at Yalta

…the SLA kidnapped Patty Hearst

…and Facebook was founded!

Charles Lindbergh, Rosa Parks, Clint Black, Alice Cooper, Oscar de la Hoya, Ida Lupino, and Pluto discoverer Clyde Tombaugh all share a February 4 birthday. Liberace, Karen Carpenter, and Adolphe Sax, inventor of the saxophone, died on this day.

There’s plenty to celebrate on February 4! In Sri Lanka, it’s Independence Day. California and Missouri celebrate Rosa Parks Day. It’s also National Homemade Soup Day, and (if February 4 falls on a Saturday) it’s Ice Cream for Breakfast Day!

Each volume of The Story of a Special Day is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. Plus, holidays around the world; birthday gems, flowers, and other symbols; horoscope signs; sayings and superstitions; and much, much more!

With 76 pages packed with 34 historic photographs and illustrations, The Story of a Special Day is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain.

A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, February 4: The Story of a Special Day will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion. Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year…because every day is a special day for someone you know! [Ebook coming soon!]

FEBRUARY 2 IS GROUNDHOG DAY!

The Story of a Special Day for February 2 The special occasion gift they’ll never throw away — a whole book for the price of a premium card! The story of a special day…

…What happened in history?

…Who was born?

…Who died?

What happened on *your* special day? From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift — one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten!

At precisely midnight on February 2, 1913, New York’s iconic Grand Central Station opened!. But that’s not all! On February 2…

…Sled dogs carrying diphtheria antitoxin successful reach Nome, Alaska, inspiring the Iditarod Race.

…Scottish sailor Alexander Selkirk is rescued after four years as a castaway. His story inspires Daniel Defoe to write Robinson Crusoe.

…After 2 million casualties, World War II’s Battle of Stalingrad finally ends.

Restauranteur Howard Johnson, supermodel Christie Brinkley, authors James Joyce and Ayn Rand, singers Shakira and Graham Nash, “mother liked the other one best”t Tom Smothers, pin-up queen Farrah Fawcett, and baseball Hall of Famer Red Schoendienst all share a February 2 birthday. On February 2, dancer Gene Kelly, horror movie icon Boris Karloff, mathematician and philosopher Bertrand Russell, and heavyweight champion John L. Sullivan died.

There’s plenty to celebrate on February 2! Besides Groundhog Day, it’s Inventor’s Day in Thailand, Nickanan Night in Cornwall, and World Wetlands Day. Let’s not forget National Tater Tot Day, and if February 2 falls on a Saturday, it’s Ice Cream for Breakfast Day! The Christian holiday of Candlemas falls on February 2, and depending on the year, Mardi Gras may fall on this day, too!

Each volume of The Story of a Special Day is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. Plus, holidays around the world; birthday gems, flowers, and other symbols; horoscope signs; sayings and superstitions; and much, much more! With 92 pages packed with 41 historic photographs and illustrations, The Story of a Special Day is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain. A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, February 2: The Story of a Special Day will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion.

Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year…because every day is a special day for someone you know! [Ebook coming soon!]