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In June 1905.

Virginia Stephen, the future Virginia Woolf, writes her first work of fiction, a short story which becomes known as "Phyllis and Rosamond" when first published, posthumously.

"Phyllis and Rosamond" is a short story included in "The complete shorter fiction of Virginia Woolf" (1985). It is a lesser-known work that reflects her early experimentation with narrative form and character development.

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#OTD in 1783.

The Montgolfier brothers publicly demonstrate their montgolfière (hot air balloon).

#OTD in 1784.

Élisabeth Thible becomes the first woman to fly in an untethered hot air balloon. Her flight covers four kilometres in 45 minutes, and reached 1,500 metres altitude (estimated)

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"His soul swooned slowly as he heard the snow falling faintly through the universe and faintly falling, like the descent of their last end, upon all the living and the dead."

In June 1914.

James Joyce's Dubliners, a collection of fifteen short stories depicting the Irish middle classes in and around Dublin during the early 20th century, is published in London.

Dubliners at Project Gutenberg:
https://gutenberg.org/ebooks/2814

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#OTD in 1917.

The first Pulitzer Prizes are awarded: Laura E. Richards, Maude H. Elliott, and Florence Hall receive the first for biography (for Julia Ward Howe), Jean Jules Jusserand the first for history with With Americans of Past and Present Days, and Herbert B. Swope the first for journalism for his work for the New York World.

https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38648

https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39954

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Czech writer Franz Kafka died #OTD in 1924.

Kafka's works were not widely known during his lifetime, and he published only a few of his stories. Most of his major works were published posthumously by his friend and literary executor, Max Brod, despite Kafka's instructions to destroy his manuscripts.

Books by Franz Kafka at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/1735

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„Jemand musste Josef K. verleumdet haben…“ – Anfang des Manuskripts zu Der Process, 1914/15 "Someone must have slandered Josef K...." - Beginning of the manuscript for The Trial, 1914/15. "The Trial" follows the story of Josef K., a chief clerk at a large bank, who is suddenly arrested by mysterious agents one morning. The nature of his crime is never revealed to him, and the entire legal process he faces is shrouded in ambiguity and absurdity. Despite being allowed to go about his daily life, Josef K. is continually drawn into a bewildering and nightmarish legal system. "The Trial" has had a profound impact on literature and philosophy. Its themes of alienation, existential dread, and the absurdity of modern life resonate with existentialist thinkers and writers. The novel has been interpreted in various ways, including as a critique of totalitarian regimes, a reflection on the nature of guilt and innocence, and a commentary on the complexities of the human condition.

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American writer, historian and poet Elizabeth Fries Ellet died #OTD in 1877.

She is best known for her works on women’s contributions to American history, particularly during the American Revolutionary War. Her extensive research and writings helped to highlight the often overlooked roles that women played in significant historical events.

Books by Elizabeth F. Ellet at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/45321

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Cover of The Women of The American Revolution, Vol. 1 by E. F. Ellet. "The Women of the American Revolution, Volume 1" by Elizabeth Fries Ellet, published in 1848, is a seminal work that documents the often overlooked contributions of women during the American Revolutionary War. Ellet's meticulous research and engaging narrative style provide a detailed and vivid portrayal of the lives, sacrifices, and achievements of women who played crucial roles in the struggle for American independence. Elizabeth Fries Ellet’s "The Women of the American Revolution, Volume 1" remains an important work for its detailed and compassionate portrayal of the contributions of women during a pivotal period in American history. Through her pioneering research, Ellet ensured that the bravery and sacrifices of these women were recorded and honored, providing a richer and more inclusive understanding of the Revolutionary War.

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#OTD in 1896.

Guglielmo Marconi applies for a patent for his wireless telegraph.

On 13 May 1897, Marconi sent the first ever wireless communication over open sea – a message was transmitted over the Bristol Channel from Flat Holm Island to Lavernock Point near Cardiff, a distance of 6 kilometres. The message read "Are you ready".

His patent is available here (later claimed by Oliver Lodge to contain his own ideas which he failed to patent):
https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=uc2.ark:/13960/t0dv1dp4c&view=1up&seq=322

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Danish poet and novelist Karl Adolph Gjellerup was born #OTD in 1857.

His first novel, "En Idealist Shwa," was published in 1878, marking his transition from theology to literature. His novel "Germanernes Lærling" (1882) is an example of his work from the Modern Breakthrough movement, where he focused on psychological realism and social issues.

Books by Karl Adolph Gjellerup at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/5757

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Cover of Minna by Karl Gjellerup. "Minna" is a novel by the Danish author Karl Adolph Gjellerup, published in 1889. It is a significant work in Gjellerup’s literary career, reflecting his psychological insight and narrative style. The novel contributes to Gjellerup’s reputation as a significant figure in Danish literature. His exploration of psychological and philosophical themes in "Minna" and other works paved the way for future literary developments.

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German poet Georg Herwegh was born #OTD in 1817.

Herwegh's poetry is characterized by its passionate advocacy for freedom and democracy. He became famous with his collection "Gedichte eines Lebendigen", published in 1841. This work was widely acclaimed for its revolutionary zeal and critique of the existing social and political order.

Books by Georg Herwegh at Projekt Gutenberg-DE:
https://www.projekt-gutenberg.org/autoren/namen/herwegh.html

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Title page of Einundzwanzig Bogen aus der Schweiz. Hrsg. von Georg Herwegh. Erster Theil by Herwegh, Georg, 1817-1875; Hess, Moses, 1812-1875; Grün, Karl Theodor Ferdinand, 1817-1887; Bauer, Bruno, 1809-1882

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French mathematician Évariste Galois died #OTD in 1832.

Galois developed a deep understanding of the relationship between polynomial equations and group theory. He showed how the solutions to polynomial equations are related to the structure of certain groups, now called Galois groups. This connection helps determine whether a polynomial can be solved by radicals (i.e., using a finite number of root extractions).

Galois at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/40484

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This is the beginning part of paper to apply for a contest. Évariste Galois — Dupuy, Paul

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"The excitement of learning separates youth from old age. As long as you're learning you're not old."

American physicist Rosalyn S. Yalow died #OTD in 2011.

Along with Solomon Berson, Yalow developed the radioimmunoassay technique in the 1950s & 1960s. RIA is a sensitive method used to measure concentrations of antigens (such as hormones & drugs) in the blood. This groundbreaking technique had a profound impact on various fields, including endocrinology, oncology, and pharmacology.

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English poet Alfred Austin was born #OTD in 1835.

Austin served as Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 1896 until his death in 1913. Despite holding this prestigious position, his poetry received mixed reviews, and he is often remembered more for the controversies surrounding his appointment than for his literary accomplishments.

Books by Alfred Austin at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/37643

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Cover of Lamia's Winter-Quarters by Alfred Austin "Lamia's Winter-Quarters" is a narrative poem by Alfred Austin, published in 1898. The poem reflects Austin's fascination with nature, myth, and the poetic traditions of his time. It combines elements of classical mythology with Victorian sensibilities, depicting a rich tapestry of themes and imagery. The poem is centered around the character Lamia, who is derived from Greek mythology. In myth, Lamia is often depicted as a beautiful woman who becomes a serpent or monster. However, Austin's portrayal is more sympathetic and nuanced, focusing on her longing and transformation.

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American writer Randolph Silliman Bourne was born #OTD in 1886.

Bourne's career was marked by his prolific writing and his engagement with contemporary social and political issues. His essays and articles were published in influential magazines like The Atlantic Monthly, The New Republic, and The Dial. His incisive critique of World War I and his vision of a pluralistic America have left a lasting impact on American thought and cultural studies.

https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/54325

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Title page of History of a literary radical, and other essays by Randolph Silliman Bourne

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British physicist Peter Higgs was born #OTD in 1929.

In 1964, Higgs proposed a theory explaining how particles acquire mass. This mechanism involves the interaction of particles with a field, now known as the Higgs field. The field has an associated particle (Higgs boson). The search for the Higgs boson became a major focus of particle physics experiments. In 2012, scientists at CERN's Large Hadron Collider announced the discovery of a new particle consistent with the Higgs boson.

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#OTD in 1919.

Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity is tested by Arthur Eddington and Andrew Claude de la Cherois Crommelin.

The Eddington experiment was organised by the astronomers Frank Watson Dyson & Arthur Stanley Eddington in 1919. The observations were of the total solar eclipse of 29 May 1919 and were carried out by two expeditions which aim was to measure the gravitational deflection of starlight passing near the Sun.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddington_experiment

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English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator W. S. Gilbert died #OTD in 1911.

He is best known for his collaboration with composer Arthur Sullivan in creating the famous series of comic operas known as the Gilbert and Sullivan operas. The most famous of these include H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and one of the most frequently performed works in the history of musical theatre, The Mikado.

Books by W. S. Gilbert at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/395

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Scene from "The Happy Land" by W. S. Gilbert (as F. Latour Tomline) and Gilbert á Beckett, showing the actors dressed as Gladstone, Lowe, and Ayrton. Illustrator D. H. Friston.

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Irish astronomer, astrophysicist & historian of science Mary Brück was born #OTD in 1925.

Although her astronomical research, she is probably best remembered as a writer, with a particular interest in the history of science. Her published works include ‘The Peripatetic Astronomer: The Life of Charles Piazzi Smyth’; ‘Agnes Mary Clerke and the Rise of Astrophysics’; ‘Women in Early British and Irish Astronomy: Stars and Satellites’; and ‘Ladybird Book of the Night Sky’.

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English author, philosopher, literary and art critic G. K. Chesterton was born #OTD in 1874.

Chesterton created the character Father Brown, a Catholic priest and amateur detective. The first collection, "The Innocence of Father Brown," was published in 1911. His most famous novel is "The Man Who Was Thursday" (1908), a metaphysical thriller that explores themes of anarchy and order.

Books by G. K. Chesterton at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/80

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Cover of The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare by G. K. Chesterton

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#OTD in 1936.

Alan Turing submits On Computable Numbers for publication.

His proof shows that there can be no mechanical, general method (i.e., a Turing machine or a program in some equivalent model of computation) to determine whether algorithms halt. However, each individual instance of the halting problem has a definitive answer, which may or may not be practically computable.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turing%27s_proof

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American lexicographer, editor, and author Noah Webster died #OTD in 1843.

His early contributions to education include a series of textbooks known collectively as the "Blue-Backed Speller." His first dictionary, A Compendious Dictionary of the English Language, was published in 1806. However, his most significant achievement came with the publication of An American Dictionary of the English Language in 1828.

https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/139

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Serbian mathematician, astronomer, climatologist Milutin Milanković was born #OTD in 1879.

He is best known for his theory of climate change (Milankovitch cycles), which explains the long-term cycles in Earth's climate based on changes in its orbit and orientation relative to the Sun. He used his expertise in mathematics to develop detailed models of how these orbital changes influence the distribution of solar radiation on Earth’s surface.

https://web.archive.org/web/20120419011102/http://www.climatedata.info/Forcing/Forcing/milankovitchcycles.html

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#OTD in 585 BC.

A solar eclipse occurs, as predicted by the Greek philosopher & scientist Thales, while Alyattes is battling Cyaxares in the Battle of the Eclipse, leading to a truce.

How exactly Thales predicted the eclipse remains uncertain; some scholars assert the eclipse was never predicted at all. Others have argued for different dates, but only the eclipse of May 585 BC matches the conditions of visibility necessary to explain the historical event.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eclipse_of_Thales

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Carl Larsson was born #OTD in 1853.

Carl Larsson's most famous works are those depicting his family and home in Sundborn, Sweden. His watercolors and illustrations, such as those in his books "Ett Hem" (A Home), "Larssons", and "At Solsidan", showcase a unique blend of detailed realism and an idealized, idyllic vision of family life.

Books illustrated or by Carl Larsson at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/42221

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"The greater the happiness that nature sets before me, the more I lament that he is not here to taste it: the greater the bliss we might enjoy together, the more I feel our present wretchedness apart."

Helen Graham (Ch. XXV : First Absence) - The Tenant of Wildfell Hall (1848)

~Anne Brönte died #OTD in 1849

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