A day-by-day chronicle of notable birthdays. With a birth announcement for every day of the year (plus a list of also-borns), this compendium offers countless little-known anecdotes and quotes as it tracks hundreds of celebrities and historical luminaries -- including Gertrude Stein, Mel Gibson, Bugs Bunny, and Mozart -- from their birth date through the height of their accomplishments. You can check your birthday and those of your friends. The ultimate birthday gift.