Good day, readers. Today is September 27th, the 271st day of the year 2024, with 95 days remaining.
I’ve heard numerous people express their love for me, and it’s sparked some reflection. When someone bares their soul to you in such a heartfelt manner, it’s almost instinctual to feel a profound connection with them. I see this not so much as love in the traditional sense, but as one of the purest forms of human connection—embracing another’s soul. It feels very much like love.
Thomas Slatin
Today in Literary History:
On this day in 1998, Google was founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. This monumental event has had a profound impact on information access and digital communication, inspiring countless works on technology and its role in society.
Notable Birthdays:
Samuel Adams, born on September 27, 1722, was an American statesman, political philosopher, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. His writings and leadership played a crucial role in the American Revolution and the shaping of the nation.
Today’s Readings:
From “Common Sense” by Thomas Paine: “These are the times that try men’s souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands by it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman.”
Literary Fact of the Day:
On September 27th, 1822, Jean-François Champollion announced that he had deciphered the Rosetta Stone, unlocking the secrets of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs. This breakthrough has been a source of inspiration and fascination in both historical and literary works, illuminating the mysteries of ancient civilizations.
Advice for Writers:
Thomas Slatin’s quote reminds us of the deep connections we can form through genuine expression and empathy. In your writing, strive to create moments of profound connection and understanding, allowing your characters and stories to resonate deeply with your readers.
Wishing you a day of heartfelt writing and inspired creativity, dear readers. Until tomorrow, may your literary endeavors be as genuine and impactful as the connections you create through your words.
Before Google, it was stacks of encyclopedias—Google is better for the back, at least!
I used to read encyclopedias for fun, and until I met my wife, Amelia, I had never met anyone else who enjoyed them as much as I did.
In some ways, I miss having to turn to the encyclopedia when I’m looking for info on a certain topic. I think wikipedia kind of ruined the whole concept of encyclopedias for me…
I totally agree. The experience of opening a physical book is part of reading encyclopedias, I think.