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American comedian. He is known for his rapid-fire one-liner jokes.

Ancient Greek epic poet who, with Homer, represents early Greek literature. In Works and Days he celebrated the value of labor and justice.

Henry Bromel was an American film and television writer, director, and producer. He contributed to several acclaimed series such as 'Homeland' and 'Northern Exposure,' earning recognition in American broadcasting.

English lawyer and diarist. His diary of 1602–1603 records Elizabethan London life, including an early account of a Shakespeare performance.

An American writer, reporter, and political commentator. He was one of the most influential journalists of the 20th century, winning two Pulitzer Prizes and popularizing the concept of "stereotype."

Romanian-French playwright and a leading figure of the Theatre of the Absurd. His representative works include "The Bald Soprano" and "The Lesson."

Indian mystic and religious teacher. He taught that all religions hold the same truth and that the divine is manifest within every human being.

Caigentan

China

A collection of essays by Hong Zicheng of the Ming Dynasty. It combines Confucian, Buddhist, and Taoist wisdom.

American recording engineer, producer and musician. An iconic figure in underground rock, he recorded a great many landmark albums including Nirvana's In Utero.

American businessman who served as chairman of RCA. He worked in the broadcasting and communications industries.

Joseph Addison

1672 – 1719 · United Kingdom

English essayist, poet, and politician. He co-founded the influential periodical "The Spectator."