This Day in History Entry #135

September 13th, 2011 by Wordsman

I know I, even as I get old
Have an urge that cannot be controlled
When the wrapper I tear
From my chocolate, I swear
I still look for that bright flash of gold

Event: Birth of Roald Dahl, author of James and the Giant Peach, Matilda, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Year: 1916
Learn more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roald_Dahl