History and defining moments
Stories and turning points associated with December 11th, placed together in an enjoyable journey through time.
A gift made for their exact birthday
The Birthday Book: December 11th
December 11th 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 December 11th edition
The story of one date, seen from every angle
This edition is researched and written specifically for December 11th. 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 December 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 December 11th
A small taste of the people, discoveries and defining moments connected to this exact day across history.
- 2021
Anne Rice was recorded as having died on this date.
Read the source - 1789
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, one of the oldest public universities in the United States and the only one to award degrees in the 18th century, was chartered.
Read the source - 1886
The London-based football club Arsenal, then known as Dial Square, played their first match on the Isle of Dogs.
Read the source - 1920
Irish War of Independence: Following an Irish Republican Army ambush of an Auxiliary patrol, British forces burned and looted numerous buildings in Cork.
Read the source - 2006
Criticized worldwide as a "meeting of Holocaust deniers ", the International Conference to Review the Global Vision of the Holocaust opened in Tehran.
Read the source
Historical selections adapted from Wikipedia's Selected Anniversaries pages under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.
Questions about this edition
December 11th Birthday Book FAQs
Is the entire book about December 11th?
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.