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The Writer's Almanac is a daily podcast of poetry and historical interest pieces, usually of literary significance. Each day's offering is five minutes long and contains "on this day in history" information as well as an accessible poem.
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The Writer's Almanac - Friday, October 1, 2021
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 - Thursday, September 30, 2021
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 - Wednesday, September 29, 2021
The author of “Don Quixote,” Miguel de Cervantes, was born on this day in Alcalá de Henares (1547).
The Writer's Almanac - Tuesday, September 28, 2021
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 - Monday, September 27, 2021
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.
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