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The Secret History of Christmas
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The Secret History of Christmas

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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.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Hachette Children's Group
Country
United Kingdom
Date
10 February 2026
Pages
160
ISBN
9781526368072

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.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Hachette Children's Group
Country
United Kingdom
Date
10 February 2026
Pages
160
ISBN
9781526368072