The American book of days

Le Rouge, Mary, (editor of compilation.). Christianson, Stephen G. American book of days. 4th edition. (Added Author).

Summary: 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 Cross-references and an extensive index make information easy to find, while expanded appendices feature historical documents.

Record details

ISBN: 9781619254695
ISBN: 1619254697
Physical Description: print
xxv, 1062 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Edition: Fifth edition.
Publisher: Ipswich, Massachusetts : The H.W. Wilson Company, a division of EBSCO Information Services, [2015]

Content descriptions

General Note:

Previous edition entered under: Christianson, Stephen G.

Includes index.

Formatted Contents Note:

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.