What's So Great About December 29th

Know someone whose birthday, anniversary, or special day falls on December 29th? 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 December 29th.

A few things you'll learn: 1170: Archbishop Thomas Becket is killed in Canterbury Cathedral. 1845: Texas becomes the 28th U.S. state. 1812: USS Constitution, 'Old Ironsides,' captures HMS Java.

There's a kids' page, a 25-question trivia quiz with an answer key, and a "Your December 29th" time capsule page to fill in. The opening gift page lets you finish the sentence "The best thing about December 29th is..." and sign it with love. It's a thoughtful present for Capricorn birthdays, history buffs, trivia lovers, and anyone who wants to feel more special on their day.