History and defining moments
Stories and turning points associated with December 22nd, placed together in an enjoyable journey through time.
A gift made for their exact birthday
The Birthday Book: December 22nd
December 22nd 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 22nd edition
The story of one date, seen from every angle
This edition is researched and written specifically for December 22nd. 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 22nd
A small taste of the people, discoveries and defining moments connected to this exact day across history.
- 1984
Basshunter was born on this date.
Read the source - 856
An earthquake registering an estimated 7.9 M s struck the eastern Alborz mountains in Persia, causing an estimated 200,000 deaths.
Read the source - 1948
Chaired by Sjafruddin Prawiranegara, the Emergency Government of the Republic of Indonesia was established to counter Dutch attempts to re-assert colonial control.
Read the source - 1988
Brazilian unionist and environmental activist Chico Mendes was murdered at his home in Xapuri.
Read the source - 2008
A dike ruptured at a waste containment area for a coal-fired power plant in Kingston, Tennessee, releasing 1.1 billion gallons (4.2 million m^{3}) of coal fly ash slurry in the largest industrial spill in US history.
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 22nd Birthday Book FAQs
Is the entire book about December 22nd?
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.