Nomical History January: When the Machinery of History Grinds to Life - Paperback
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New year, new history. What happened on your January birthday that changed the world?
January is the month of fresh starts -- and history's most consequential new beginnings. Inaugurations, revolutions, and breakthroughs all chose January to make their mark.
Nomical History: January delivers one captivating historical event per day, told with engaging narrative prose, surprising life lessons, and closing reflections that make history feel personal.
Inside this history book, you'll discover:
- How Martin Luther King Jr.'s January birthday became a national reckoning
- The inauguration that almost didn't happen -- and changed the presidency forever
- Why January 1, 1863 meant freedom for millions (and fury for millions more)
- The Challenger disaster -- seven minutes that shattered a nation's confidence
- Gold discovered at Sutter's Mill and the madness that followed
- The ancient origins of January and why Romans named it after a two-faced god
Rated 4.8-5.0 stars with 160+ reviews across the series -- readers call it "the best way to start the year" and "impossible to read just one entry."
Perfect for: history lovers, New Year's resolution readers, trivia enthusiasts, students, and anyone searching for the perfect history gift.
Part of the 12-book Nomical History series -- start the new year with January, then collect all twelve months of daily history.
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