Nomical History January: When the Machinery of Grinds to Life

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 reckoningThe inauguration that almost didn't happen -- and changed the presidency foreverWhy January 1, 1863 meant freedom for millions (and fury for millions more)The Challenger disaster -- seven minutes that shattered a nation's confidenceGold discovered at Sutter's Mill and the madness that followedThe ancient origins of January and why Romans named it after a two-faced godRated 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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