Overview
JANUARY 13, 1957 - THE FRISBEE IS INTRODUCED!The Story of a Special Day for January 13On January 13, 1957, the original Frisbee Flying Disk (then called the ""Pluto Platter"") went into production. Plus, the first radio broadcast to the public took place (1910), and Johnny Cash played at Folsom Prison (1968).""Last of the Red Hot Mamas"" Sophie Tucker was born on January 13, as were Horatio Alger, Jr., Patrick Dempsey, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and mystic George Gurdjieff. Lawman Wyatt Earp, writer James Joyce, and songwriter Stephen Foster died.January 13 is Constitution Day in Mongolia, Liberation Day in Togo, and Peach Melba Day in the US. January's birthstone is garnet and its birth flower is carnation. The zodiac sign for January 13 is Capricorn (traditional) and Sagittarius (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! The story of a special day.tells you what happened in history, who was born, and who died. What happened on *your* special day? 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 77 pages packed with over 46 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: 4
Dimensions:
Width: 13.30cm
, Height: 0.40cm
, Length: 20.30cm
Weight: 0.095kg
ISBN: 9781976215490
ISBN 10: 1976215498
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.
