For those celebrating a 60th 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:
What extraordinary chart record did the Beatles achieve on 4th April 1964?
Which glitzy Hollywood marriage only lasted 38 days?
Where did the second most powerful earthquake ever recorded strike?
What was recorded travelling at 403 mph this year?
Which iconic TV show aired for the first time on 1st January 1964?
 
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.
 
1964 was a remarkable year. In fact…What A Year To Be Born!