An Extension-Oriented Compiler (2008) [pdf]
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https://github.com/combinatorylogic/mbase
Might send it to rsc given it he probably missed it or might have some insight after glancing at it.
One such example to me is his overview of Acme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dP1xVpMPn8M
Russ's demo is one of the clearest technical demos I've seen.
Are you trying to make pull quotes for the jerk? Because seriously kids. This is how its done!