October 15, 2011: All my life I've wakened every morning excited about what I'll experience & learn that day. I usually start the day by looking up a new-to-me fact, but definitely when I need a mental break from paperwork or practicing I briefly go looking for something new to learn. My blog is about anything I learn on any subject. I hope you will enjoy exploring this path with me.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Can You Recite the Aeneid By Heart In Latin?
Photo: Public Domain
James Garfield (1831-1881), 20th president of the United States of America, was a great intellect. In addition to his accomplishments both greater and lesser, he could recite the entire Aenid by heart in Latin!
For more information, see the interview with Candice Millard about her book, Destiny of the Republic.
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