1963: What A Year To Be Born!

By Robin Bennett-Freebairn

This beautifully illustrated book explores the fascinating people, extraordinary events and amazing stories that made the headlines in this special year.

Fascinating stories include:

1. Who delivered one of the greatest speeches of all time?
2. Which iconic band released their debut album this year?
3. Why was a ripped glove so controversial in a classic sporting encounter?
4. What historic first did Valentina Tereshkova achieve in 1963?
5. Why were people terrified of crows this year?

Colour-coded chapters include:

1. In The News
2. Famous Birthdays
3. Everyday Life
4. Entertainment
5. Arts and Literature
6. Science, Technology and Innovation
7. Stories of Heroes, Triumphs and Disasters
8. Sport

Packed with well-known facts and extraordinary stories, this carefully researched guide will appeal to anyone interested to find out more about the year they were born.

1963 was a remarkable year. In fact…What A Year To Be Born!