Tertullian
155 – 220 · Tunisia
Early Christian theologian and author. Known as the father of Latin Christianity.
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155 – 220 · Tunisia
Early Christian theologian and author. Known as the father of Latin Christianity.
1748 – 1832 · United Kingdom
English philosopher and founder of modern utilitarianism. He argued that promoting the happiness of the greatest number should be the guiding principle of law and political economy.

China
A military treatise written by Sun Tzu during the Spring and Autumn period of China
408 BC – 334 BC · Greece
Ancient Greek comic playwright and a leading figure of Middle Comedy. He is said to have written over 260 plays, making him one of the most prolific dramatists of ancient Athens.
1605 – 1635 · United Kingdom
English poet and dramatist. A protege of Ben Jonson, he wrote the pastoral play Amyntas.

1802 – 1885 · France
French novelist, poet, and playwright. The pinnacle of French Romantic literature, he authored Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame.
1911 – 1999 · United Kingdom
British businessman and advertising executive who stressed creativity and integrity in advertising. Called the father of advertising, he founded the global agency Ogilvy & Mather.
China
A collection of poetry from China's Tang Dynasty
1871 – 1943 · United States
American writer, celebrated for his humorous verse. His works include the poetry collection "Ballads of Old New York."

1960 – · United States
American self-help author and speaker. A world-renowned motivational coach, his works include "The Ultimate Secrets of Total Self-Confidence."
American sportswear company, known for its 'Just Do It' slogan
Italy
Roman historian who wrote a history of Alexander the Great. Almost nothing is known about his own life.