University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: Benjamin Franklin's Rising Sun
Franklin, as the oldest delegate to the Constitutional Convention, recognized the arguments against the proposed new government and the strength of the Federalists. The essay gives insight into Franklin's views on the drafted...
American Indian Heritage Foundation
Indigenous Peoples' Literature: Chief Joseph (Nez Perce)
This site provides some biographical information about Chief Joseph from several sources as well as information on the Nez Perce. There are quite a few quotes from the great American Indian as well as a link to his famous surrender speech.
ArtLex
Art Lex: Line
This online dictionary of art terms from Artlex is a valuable tool. Line is on the Li page. Just scroll down to Line and read a definition with links or look at a sample works of art by Rembrandt or Richard Long. There are quotes by...
Other
Eclectic Esoterica: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Need a Longfellow poem quickly? Find an extensive collection here at Eclectic Esoterica, by title. Link to a biography, and familiar quotations attributed to the famous Brahmin poet.
Library of Congress
Loc: Poetry 180: After Us
This five-stanza poem is characterized by a mysterious mood and is introduced by a quote from the poet Tomas Transtromer, famous for
Other
Rhyme Zone Rhyme Finder
Enter a word and get a list of rhyming words, synonyms, antonyms, definitions, homophones and related words. Also available on this page, the texts of Shakespeare's plays, quotes by notable authors, games and quizzes, texts of famous...
Shmoop University
Shmoop: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Mark Twain's famous book, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, is analysed thoroughly in this comprehensive site. Find out about the major characters, the themes, and important quotations from the nove.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: The Count of Monte Cristo
Written in the 19th centure, The Count of Monte Cristo is one of Alexandre Dumas' most famous novels. This site examines in detail the characters, themes and important quotations from the novel.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: The Importance of Being Earnest
Oscar Wilde's most famous play is profiled here in this comprehensive site. Read about the characters, the themes and important quotations in the play in this interesting site.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: The Necklace
One of Guy de Maupassant's most famous short stories, The Necklace tells the story of a middle class woman whose dreams of money end in disaster. This site provides a fascinating look at the characters, themes and important quotations.
Washington State University
Washington State University: Literary Movements: A Few Words on Huckleberry Finn
At this website, read what famous authors have said about Mark Twain's famous novel, "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." Includes quotes by T.S. Eliot, Ernest Hemingway, and F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Thomas Edison Biography
Interesting biographical information, famous inventions, and quotes of Thomas Edison, one of America's greatest inventors.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Stephen Hawking Biography
Useful biographical information, quotes, and famous works of English physicist, Stephen Hawking.
Curated OER
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Very well-written biography. Filled with quotes and references to other famous people.
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Very well-written biography. Filled with quotes and references to other famous people.
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World of Escher: Drawing Hands
Providing an image of Escher's famous lithograph, "Drawing Hands," this website includes a brief quote deconstructing the piece of art. Image can be clicked on and enlarged for viewing purposes.
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World of Escher: Drawing Hands
Providing an image of Escher's famous lithograph, "Drawing Hands," this website includes a brief quote deconstructing the piece of art. Image can be clicked on and enlarged for viewing purposes.
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World of Escher: Drawing Hands
Providing an image of Escher's famous lithograph, "Drawing Hands," this website includes a brief quote deconstructing the piece of art. Image can be clicked on and enlarged for viewing purposes.
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World of Escher: Drawing Hands
Providing an image of Escher's famous lithograph, "Drawing Hands," this website includes a brief quote deconstructing the piece of art. Image can be clicked on and enlarged for viewing purposes.
Curated OER
House of Stairs, 1951
This site provides an image of M.C. Escher's famous lithograph, "House of Stairs," which can be enlarged by clicking on it. Included is a quote, which briefly explains how this piece of art introduces "[a] playful element" to "the...
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World of Escher: House of Stairs
This site provides an image of M.C. Escher's famous lithograph, "House of Stairs," which can be enlarged by clicking on it. Included is a quote, which briefly explains how this piece of art introduces "[a] playful element" to "the...
Curated OER
Juan Gris
This site includes a very brief description of the cubist painter, Juan Gris. Gris painted the famous "Musician's Table." This work is not included on the page, but the page does include a portrait of the artist, and a quotation.
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University of St Andrews: Edmond Halley
A very thorough biography of Edmond Halley, rich with quotes by and about this famous astronomer and mathematician.