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Lilly Pulitzer was an American designer and businesswoman best known for her fashion brand 'Lilly Pulitzer' named after her. She was known for her bright and cheerful prints, and her style greatly influenced summer fashion in America.

American television personality. The first Jewish woman crowned Miss America, she went on to appear in a wide range of television programs.

Matthew McConaughey

Matthew McConaughey is an American actor and producer. He rose to fame with his debut in 'Dazed and Confused' in 1993 and has since starred in several notable films, including 'Interstellar' and 'Dallas Buyers Club', earning various awards such as the Academy Award.

American novelist. Known for The Great Gatsby, he is a defining author of the Jazz Age.

American author and lawyer. His concise and witty aphorisms and essays were widely read in nineteenth-century America.

Japanese film director. He won the Palme d'Or at Cannes for Shoplifters.

English writer and one of the leading novelists of the 20th century. His best-known works include Brave New World and Point Counter Point.

First Prime Minister of India. Influenced by Gandhi, he devoted himself to the independence movement and won broad public trust through his moderate, pragmatic approach. His non-aligned foreign policy raised India's standing in the world.

English diplomat and author. A favorite of King James I, he left a small but celebrated body of writing.

A key early Buddhist scripture containing 423 verses of the Buddha's teachings

English writer and one of the pioneers of the Gothic novel. Her works include The Recess.