History and defining moments
Stories and turning points associated with December 9th, placed together in an enjoyable journey through time.
A gift made for their exact birthday
The Birthday Book: December 9th
December 9th 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 9th edition
The story of one date, seen from every angle
This edition is researched and written specifically for December 9th. 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 9th
A small taste of the people, discoveries and defining moments connected to this exact day across history.
- 2017
Same-sex marriage in Australia became legal as the Marriage Amendment (Definition and Religious Freedoms) Act 2017 came into effect.
Read the source - 1688
In one of two substantial military actions in England during the Glorious Revolution, forces loyal to William of Orange were decisively victorious at the Battle of Reading.
Read the source - 1897
French actress, journalist and leading suffragette Marguerite Durand founded the feminist newspaper La Fronde.
Read the source - 1968
Douglas Engelbart gave what became known as "The Mother of All Demos ", publicly debuting the computer mouse, hypertext, and the bit-mapped graphical user interface using the computer system NLS.
Read the source - 2008
Rod Blagojevich, the governor of Illinois, was arrested on corruption charges, including for attempting to sell the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by president-elect Barack Obama.
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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
December 9th Birthday Book FAQs
Is the entire book about December 9th?
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.