For those celebrating a 71st birthday
This beautifully illustrated book explores the fascinating people, extraordinary events and amazing stories that made the headlines in this special year.
 
Fascinating stories include:
Who discovered the “Secret of Life” this year?
Which extraordinary scientific discovery was exposed to be a hoax?
Why were children in the UK so excited on the 5th February?
Which incredible event was announced on the same day as the Coronation?
Who was married in the social event of the season?

Colour-coded chapters include:
In The News
Famous Birthdays
Everyday Life
Entertainment
Arts and Literature
Science, Technology and Innovation
Stories of Heroes, Triumphs and Disasters
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.
 
1953 was a remarkable year. In fact…What A Year To Be Born!