The American Book of DaysThe American Book of Days
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Book, 2000
Current format, Book, 2000, 4th ed, No Longer Available.Book, 2000
Current format, Book, 2000, 4th ed, No Longer Available. Offered in 0 more formatsFirst published in 1937, this volume presents some 850 brief essays marking important legislative, historical, religious, cultural, and other anniversaries and the birthdays of significant individuals throughout the 366 days of the year (including February 29th). New essays cover important events that have occurred since the publication of the last edition in 1978. Older articles have been extensively rewritten, with less emphasis on local festivities and more attention to the diversity of US heritage. Organized by day and month, with moveable events included (for example, those based on the day of the week rather than the date), each event is described and explored, often with genuinely fascinating details that are important but often overlooked. Includes both well-known and truly obscure commemorations. Appendices contain historical information as well as cross-referencing, an extensive index, and some 100 photographs and illustrations. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Essays explain anniversaries and birthdays of Americans who have made significant contributions, and describe holidays linked to important moments in American history.
The American Book of Days features 850 essays marking important anniversaries and the birthdays of history-making Americans throughout the 366 days of the year. All American holidays and pivotal moments are noted as readers can delve into fascinating and often overlooked accounts connected to otherwise familiar facts of American history. Cross-references and an extensive index make information easy to find, while expanded appendices feature historical documents.
Essays explain anniversaries and birthdays of Americans who have made significant contributions, and describe holidays linked to important moments in American history.
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- Hatch, Jane M.
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- New York : H.W. Wilson, c2000.
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