Category Archives: Writer
Missing New England
I received a brochure fromThe Mount, Edith Wharton’s estate. I wrote a post about the place a while back. I have been to many homes of 19th and early 20th century writers, but The Mount is my favorite. When I … Continue reading
Filed under Edith Wharton, New England, Writer
What should I do? Happiness -vs- Practicality.
I am almost done with my B.A. English degree. This should make me happy. Instead, it is making me feel uneasy. I have a 3.8 GPA and believe that I could qualify for a Graduate Assistantship in a M.A. English … Continue reading
Filed under Personal thoughts, Writer
A Connecticut Yankee visits Mark Twain’s house… Part One
… OK. So I don’t really label myself a Yankee, but I like the headline! (Note: all sources will be identified at the end of this post) One of the things that I like about visiting Connecticut is touring the … Continue reading
Filed under CT., Harriet Beecher Stowe, Hartford, Literary Travels, literature, Mark Twain, Noah Webster, Writer
Elwyn Brooks White (E.B. White)
We have all heard of “Charlotte’s Web” and those who haven’t read the book have, most likely, seen the animated movie. The book was published on October 15, 1952. In honor of Wilbur, I refrained from eating bacon for breakfast … Continue reading
Filed under literature, Writer
