What's So Great About October 26th

Know someone whose birthday, anniversary, or special day falls on October 26th? This keepsake trivia book is built around that single date. Inside you'll find the people born on this day, famous weddings, notable remembrances, art, books, movies, TV, music, and sports, plus the weird, wonderful, and just plain bad days in history. It also covers the sweep of world history from the ancient world to modern times, science, space, and business, all pinned to October 26th.

A few things you'll learn: 1825: The Erie Canal opens, linking the Hudson River and Lake Erie. 1863: The Football Association is founded in London and writes soccer's first official rules. 1881: The Gunfight at the O.K. Corral takes place in Tombstone, Arizona.

There's a kids' page, a 25-question trivia quiz with an answer key, and a "Your October 26th" time capsule page to fill in. The opening gift page lets you finish the sentence "The best thing about October 26th is..." and sign it with love. It's a thoughtful present for Scorpio birthdays, history buffs, trivia lovers, and anyone who wants to feel more special on their day.