Good day, readers. Today is September 5th, the 249th day of the year 2024, with 117 days remaining.
To live a creative life, we must lose our fear of being wrong.
Joseph Chilton Pearce
Today in Literary History:
On this day in 1975, Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme, a follower of Charles Manson, attempted to assassinate U.S. President Gerald Ford. This incident, and the Manson Family saga in general, has been the subject of numerous books, documentaries, and studies exploring the darker sides of human nature and cult dynamics.
Notable Birthdays:
Arthur Koestler, born on September 5, 1905, was a Hungarian-British author and journalist. He is best known for his novel “Darkness at Noon,” which is a powerful critique of totalitarianism and has left a lasting impact on political literature.
Today’s Readings:
From “Darkness at Noon” by Arthur Koestler: “The ultimate truth is penultimately always a falsehood. He who will be proved right in the end appears to be wrong and harmful before it.”
Literary Fact of the Day:
On September 5th, 1698, Tsar Peter I of Russia imposed a tax on beards in his efforts to modernize Russian society. This quirky historical fact has been explored in various works of literature and history, reflecting on the cultural and social changes of the time.
Advice for Writers:
Joseph Chilton Pearce’s quote encourages us to embrace creativity without the fear of making mistakes. In your writing, allow yourself the freedom to explore new ideas and take risks, knowing that this is how great stories are crafted.
Wishing you a day of fearless writing and inspired creativity, dear readers. Until tomorrow, may your literary endeavors be as bold and imaginative as your dreams.
Have you seen Once Upon A Time Im Hollywood? Somewhat about the Manson family and so good!