History and defining moments
Stories and turning points associated with August 2nd, placed together in an enjoyable journey through time.
A gift made for their exact birthday
The Birthday Book: August 2nd
August 2nd 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
This edition is still being created. Request it and we’ll prioritise the dates people want most.
Inside the August 2nd edition
The story of one date, seen from every angle
This edition is researched and written specifically for August 2nd. 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 August 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 August 2nd
A small taste of the people, discoveries and defining moments connected to this exact day across history.
- 461
Unpopular among the Senate aristocracy for his reforming efforts, Roman emperor Majorian was deposed by Ricimer and executed five days later.
Read the source - 1100
While on a hunting trip in the New Forest, King William II of England was killed by an arrow through the lung loosed by one of his own men.
Read the source - 1790
The first United States census was officially completed, with the nation's residential population enumerated to be 3,929,214.
Read the source - 1920
Nepalese author Krishna Lal Adhikari was sentenced to nine years in prison for publishing a book about the cultivation of corn alleged to contain attacks on the ruling dynasty.
Read the source - 1973
A flash fire killed 50 people at a leisure centre in Douglas, Isle of Man.
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Historical selections adapted from Wikipedia's Selected Anniversaries pages under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.
Questions about this edition
August 2nd Birthday Book FAQs
Is the entire book about August 2nd?
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.
What happens after I request it?
Your request is recorded so this date can be prioritised. We’ll contact you by email when the edition is ready to order.