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.

May 1, 2009

May 1, 1924

Terry Southern, who wrote the screenplay for Dr. Strangelove, was born on May 1, 1924. He is among that elite group of folks featured on the Sgt. Peppers album cover: Terry Southern is the one behind those 'cool-cat' shades.

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