March 18

March 18: The Story of a Special DayMarch 18 is the day the Hawaii Statehood Bill was signed...The day Caligula became emperor...The day Templar Knight Jacques de Molay was burned at the stake...The day the first human walked in space...The day of the largest art theft in history...The birthday of Vanessa Williams, John Updike, Rudolf Diesel, Queen Latifah, Wilson Pickett, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, President Grover Cleveland, and skater Bonny Blair...The day Fess Parker, Johnny Appleseed, Papa John Phillips, and Ivan the Terrible died ...and a whole lot more!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. From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this copiously illustrated book will be remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten. And if you're a history enthusiast, a fan of actors or sports figures, or just interested in knowing more about the world around you, "The Story of a Special Day" makes a great addition to your bookshelf or e-reader device! Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year...because every day is a special day for someone you know!