The American book of days.
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Edition statement:Fifth edition Published by : H.W. Wilson Company (Ipswich, Massachusetts) , 2015 Physical details: xxv, 1062 pages illustrations, portraits ; 26 cm ISBN:9781619254695; 1619254697.| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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| Reference | R394.26973 Ame (Browse shelf) | Available | 102759 |
Updated and revised edition of: The American book of days / by Stephen G. Christianson. 4th ed. 2000.
Based on the first edition by George William Douglas published in 1937.
Includes index.
Preface -- A note on movable feasts -- List of days and events -- January -- February -- March -- April -- May -- June -- July -- August -- September -- October -- November -- December -- Appendix A: the calendar -- Appendix B: the era -- Appendix C: the days of the week -- Appendix D: signs of the zodiac -- Appendix E: United States Constitution -- Appendix F: Declaration of Independence -- Appendix G: Articles of Confederation -- Appendix H: Mayflower Compact of 1620 -- Appendix I: important public holidays and events.
The American Book of Days features 850 essays marking important anniversaries and the birthdays of history-making Americans throughout the 366 days of the year. All American holidays and pivotal moments are noted as readers can delve into fascinating and often overlooked accounts connected to otherwise familiar facts of American history. Cross-references and an extensive index make information easy to find, while expanded appendices feature historical documents.