The Secret History of Christmas

Christmas is a day when history is made. Take a festive journey through time, uncovering the incredible historical events, amazing scientific discoveries and unique true stories that all happened on December 25th. From William the Conqueror''s dramatic coronation in 1066 and the World War One truce in 1914, to the incredible launch of the James Webb telescope in 2021 and the first ever radio broadcast in 1906 - a lot has happened on Christmas Days down the years. Plus, discover quirky traditions and Winter Solstice celebrations from the Vikings to the Mayans, and see December 25th like it''s never been seen before, in this unique stocking filler for curious minds at Christmas.

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Catherine Saunders is a writer and editor, specialising in non-fiction. She has written about everything from dinosaurs to Darth Vader. She is passionate about creating engaging content on high-interest topics for all ages and reading abilities. Catherine has two children and loves making up bedtime stories for them.

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The perfect gift this Christmas

Christmas is a day when history is made.

Take a festive journey through time and uncover the incredible historical events, amazing scientific discoveries and unique true stories that all happened on December 25th.

From William the Conqueror's dramatic coronation in 1066 and the World War One truce in 1914, to the incredible launch of the James Webb telescope in 2021 and daring Christmas Day heists - a lot has happened on Christmas Days down the years.

Plus, discover quirky traditions and Winter Solstice celebrations from the Vikings to the Mayans, learn about the foods people eat and festivities from around the world, and see December 25th like it's never been seen before.

A unique stocking filler gift for curious minds at Christmas.