Today on Project Gutenberg, we have... Poems of Paul Verlaine by Paul Verlaine No doubt you've heard of Claude Debussy's famous "Clair de Lune" piano piece from his Suite bergamasque. Why do I bring this up? Because you probably don't know that "Clair de Lune" was based on a work of poetry. And the author … Continue reading Today on Project Gutenberg #44
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Today on Project Gutenberg #27
Today on Project Gutenberg we have... East and West: Poems by Bret Harte This is a fascinating find. A contemporary of Mark Twain, Bret Harte was another American writer who penned witty, often satirical tales about life in the West (not that Twain would approve of the comparison; apparently he hated this guy). Harte's area … Continue reading Today on Project Gutenberg #27
Today on Project Gutenberg #3
Hello! Before we get started, I'd like to say a few words. Since posting the update on my first year statistics, I've gotten several new followers and had my best day yet for likes on this blog. I'm surprised and delighted, and I want to thank you all. Seeing people respond positively to this project … Continue reading Today on Project Gutenberg #3
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