Overview
APRIL 26, 1986 - DISASTER AT CHERNOBYL!The Story of a Special Day for April 13On April 26, 1986, a reactor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Plant explodes, scattering radioactive material throughout the western USSR and Europe! In other news, US troops shoot and kill Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth and the Luftwaffe bombs Guernica, inspiring the famous painting by Picasso.William Shakespeare (on the cover) was baptized on April 26, 1564. (In those days, the baptismal date was more important than the birthday.) Actually born on April 26 were bird painter John James Audubon, philosopher-emperor Marcus Aurelius, singers Bobby Rydell and Ma Rainey, comedienne Carol Burnett, and earthquake scientist Charles Richter. Lucille Ball and Count Basie both died on April 26, along with Irene ""Granny"" Ryan and stripper Gypsy Rose Lee.In Eastern Orthodox Christianity, April 26 is sometimes Easter, and it can also be Passover. On April 26, Tanzania celebrates Union Day, eastern Russia observes Old Permic Alphabet Day, and in the US, it's National Pretzel Day! April's birthstone is diamond and its birth flowers are daisy and sweet pea. In astrology, April 26's sign is Taurus (traditional) and Aries (sidereal).The Story of a Special Day is a special occasion gift they'll never throw away - a whole book for the price of a premium card! From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift - one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten! Each volume of The Story of a Special Day is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. With 78 pages packed with over 39 historic photographs and illustrations, this book is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain. A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, ""The Story of a Special Day"" will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion. Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year...because every day is a special day for someone you know!
Full Product Details
Author: Assistant Professor Michael Dobson (University of Illinois at Chicago)
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Imprint: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Volume: 60
Dimensions:
Width: 13.30cm
, Height: 0.40cm
, Length: 20.30cm
Weight: 0.095kg
ISBN: 9781976238185
ISBN 10: 1976238188
Pages: 84
Publication Date: 09 September 2017
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Author Information
Michael Dobson is a historian, author, and entertainer who writes on a wide variety of subjects. He's the author of over 100 books including military thrillers, history, business, project management, leadership, self-help, and more. He is a former researcher with the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum and was head of game design and marketing for one of the world's leading hobby game companies.
