Nomical History October: The Brave Advance, the Mighty Stumble, and History Laughs Last (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798999848154)

What do Columbus, Houdini, and the Battle of Hastings have in common?

They all happened in October -- and each one changed the world forever.

Nomical History: October takes you on a day-by-day journey through one of history's most dramatic months. From ancient conquests to modern marvels, every page reveals the events that shaped our world -- told with vivid narrative prose and timeless life lessons.

Inside this history book, you'll discover:

• The real story behind Columbus's fateful October landing -- and the civilizations he found
• How the Battle of Hastings in 1066 rewrote the English language forever
• The night the stock market crashed and sent the world into the Great Depression
• Why Halloween's origins are far darker than trick-or-treating
• The Cuban Missile Crisis -- thirteen October days that nearly ended everything
• Thomas Edison's lightbulb moment that illuminated the modern age

Rated 4.8-5.0 stars with 160+ reviews across the series -- readers call it "addictive," "brilliantly written," and "the perfect gift for history lovers."

Perfect for: history enthusiasts, trivia buffs, fans of The 48 Laws of Power and Sapiens, students, gift-givers, and anyone who loves a great story from the past.

Part of the 12-book Nomical History series -- one for every month of the year. Collect them all and never run out of fascinating daily history.