History and defining moments
Stories and turning points associated with November 22nd, placed together in an enjoyable journey through time.
A gift made for their exact birthday
The Birthday Book: November 22nd
November 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 November 22nd edition
The story of one date, seen from every angle
This edition is researched and written specifically for November 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 November 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 November 22nd
A small taste of the people, discoveries and defining moments connected to this exact day across history.
- 2018
Yu-chien Kuan was recorded as having died on this date.
Read the source - 1574
Juan Fernández, a Spanish explorer, discovered an archipelago that now bears his name off the coast of Chile.
Read the source - 1635
Dutch colonial forces on Formosa launched a three-month pacification campaign against Taiwanese indigenous peoples.
Read the source - 1963
John F. Kennedy was assassinated by Lee Harvey Oswald in Dallas; hours later, Lyndon B. Johnson was sworn in as the 36th president of the United States.
Read the source - 1971
In Britain's worst mountaineering disaster, five teenage students and one of their leaders were found dead from exposure on the Cairngorm Plateau in the Scottish Highlands.
Read the source
Historical selections adapted from Wikipedia's Selected Anniversaries pages under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.
Questions about this edition
November 22nd Birthday Book FAQs
Is the entire book about November 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.