
Nomical History January
When the Machinery of History Grinds to Life
Joel Thomas(Author)
Joel Thomas (Publisher)
Published on 30. December 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
170 pages
979-8-9998481-7-8 (ISBN)
Description
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.
More details
Series
Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
223 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-9998481-7-8 (9798999848178)
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