Christopher Smart was born on this day in 1722. Here’s an excerpt from his Jubilate Agno, an excerpt celebrating the glory of God and of His creation, The Cat.

T. S. Eliot wasn’t born on this day, but he did write a wonderful book of cat poems, Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, the basis for the Broadway musical Cats. Read Macavity, The Mystery Cat from that book and musical.

Poet of the Day: Christopher Smart
Poetry activity for today: Write a poem about your favorite animal or pet. Begin with the words of Mr. Smart, “For I will consider . . .”