“Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say, and not giving a damn.” — Gore Vidal (pictured) “It’s hard for me to show work while I’m writing, because other people’s comments will influence what happens. You have to be very, very careful.” — Donna Tartt “Books are not people. They are never late to the party. It . . .
Kids who vandalized Robert Frost’s place have been ordered to study his poetry as punishment. (Thanks, MT.)
Edward Gorey’s house is open for the season with exhibitions of his childhood artwork and his illustrations for works by T.S. Eliot & others.
Despite the many frustrations of visiting Twain’s Connecticut home last fall, it’s a fascinating place, and reports of its (likely) demise are depressing.
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