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The Writer’s Almanac for Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Posted on October 5, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

On this day in 1877 Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce surrendered to the US cavalry, and uttered the famous words, “My heart is sick and sad. From where the sun now stands I will fight no more forever.“

The Writer’s Almanac for Monday, October 4, 2021

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It’s the birthday of Buster Keaton (1895). Born to vaudevillian parents, he became a deadpan and impressively physical comedian.

The Writer’s Almanac for Sunday, October 3, 2021

Posted on October 3, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

“Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what fork you use.” –Emily Post, born Emily Price on this day in Baltimore, 1873.

The Writer’s Almanac for Saturday, October 2, 2021

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The comic “Peanuts” by Charles M. Schulz, which brought the world the iconic characters of Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Lucy, was first published on this day in 1950.

The Writer’s Almanac for Friday, October 1, 2021

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Today is the 97th birthday of President Jimmy Carter who has written more than 2 dozen books and won the Nobel Peace prize in his post-presidential career.

The Writer’s Almanac for Thursday, September 30, 2021

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It’s the birthday of W. S. Merwin (1927), whose poetry was called “luminous, often tender poems that focus on the profound power of memory” by the Pulitzer Prize Committee.

The Writer’s Almanac for Wednesday, September 29, 2021

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The author of “Don Quixote,” Miguel de Cervantes, was born on this day in Alcalá de Henares (1547).

The Writer’s Almanac for Tuesday, September 28, 2021

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On this day in 1066 CE, William the Conqueror arrived on British soil. His rule brought the use of French at court and words such as mansion, beef, and royal entered the English language.

The Writer’s Almanac for Monday, September 27, 2021

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Rachel Carson’s groundbreaking book “Silent Spring” was published on this date in 1962. It exposed the environmental effects of pesticides to a wide audience.

The Writer’s Almanac for Sunday, September 26, 2021

Posted on September 26, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

“True music must reflect the thought and aspirations of the people and time. My people are Americans. My time is today.” –George Gershwin (1898)

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