The Book, Cat, & Cat Book Lovers Almanac

of historical trivia regarding books, cats, and other animals. Actually this blog has evolved so that it is described better as a blog about cats in history and culture. And we take as a theme the advice of Aldous Huxley: If you want to be a writer, get some cats. Don't forget to see the archived articles linked at the bottom of the page.

August 11, 2009

Aug 11, 1892

August 11, 1892 is the birthdate of the Scottish poet Hugh McDiarmid. One of his poses was disdaining readers who could not understand his poetry. He called the thoughts of such readers, a "vegetable cat's melody". At least I think that is what he is referring to by this phrase.
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