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Word of the Day
Adumbrate AD-um-brayt (verb) To foreshadow vaguely; intimate; to suggest, disclose or outline partially; overshadow, obscure — www.merriam-webster.com
Website of the Day
The H.P. Lovecraft Archive
www.hplovecraft.com
If you’re a fan of “weird fiction” author H.P. Lovecraft, this is the site for you. Read about his life, fictional creations and writing. There’s a great section on how Lovecraft influenced others — in art, music, pop culture and more.
Number to Know
1889-1893: Years when Benjamin Harrison served as president. Harrison was born on this date in 1833.
This Day in History
Aug. 20, 1866: President Andrew Johnson formally declares the Civil War over.
Today’s Featured Birthday
Musician Robert Plant (64)
Daily Quote
“I never ask a man what his business is, for it never interests me. What I ask him about are his thoughts and dreams.” — Writer H.P. Lovecraft, who was born on this date in 1890.
Word of the Day
Adumbrate AD-um-brayt (verb) To foreshadow vaguely; intimate; to suggest, disclose or outline partially; overshadow, obscure — www.merriam-webster.com
Website of the Day
The H.P. Lovecraft Archive
www.hplovecraft.com
If you’re a fan of “weird fiction” author H.P. Lovecraft, this is the site for you. Read about his life, fictional creations and writing. There’s a great section on how Lovecraft influenced others — in art, music, pop culture and more.
Number to Know
1889-1893: Years when Benjamin Harrison served as president. Harrison was born on this date in 1833.
This Day in History
Aug. 20, 1866: President Andrew Johnson formally declares the Civil War over.
Today’s Featured Birthday
Musician Robert Plant (64)
Daily Quote
“I never ask a man what his business is, for it never interests me. What I ask him about are his thoughts and dreams.” — Writer H.P. Lovecraft, who was born on this date in 1890.
