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It is primarily about World War II in Europe. It deals with the French Revolution and the building of Eastern European Socialism. His life and Reagan years. The only text of the computer poem is presented. Stephen Sweigart wrote this poem as his first computer poem in BASIC. In the late 1980s. After one semester at graduate school at Temple University, he studied Computer programming at a county Community college. He is now retired working part-time after 40 years full-time. He plays classical piano, and is an audiophile and gardener.
This book presents a historical and personal exploration of significant 20th-century events and their intersection with the author's life and creative output. The author, Stephen Sweigart, draws upon his experiences and studies to cover World War II in Europe, the French Revolution, and the development of Eastern European Socialism. The work also touches upon the Reagan years and includes the text of a computer poem written in BASIC in the late 1980s, reflecting his background in computer programming after graduate studies and community college courses. Now retired after a long career, Sweigart's other interests include classical piano, audiophilia, and gardening.
The book appears to be a personal reflection and compilation by the author, Stephen Sweigart, rather than a work intended for broad critical reception. Its content spans historical events and personal creative output, suggesting it may appeal to readers interested in niche historical periods or the intersection of technology and art. The inclusion of a computer poem indicates a unique approach to combining different forms of expression. The author's background as a retired professional with diverse interests further shapes the potential audience for this work.
Page Count:
218
Publication Date:
2023-01-09
Publisher:
West Point Print and Media LLC
ISBN-10:
1959895664
ISBN-13:
9781959895664
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