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German Romantic poet and writer. His representative work is "Hymns to the Night."

English statesman and writer. A humanist and distinguished lawyer, he won the trust of Henry VIII and was made Lord Chancellor, but was executed for refusing to assent to the king's divorce. His major work is Utopia.

An American politician and orator during the American Revolution, famous for his speech 'Give me liberty, or give me death!' He served as Governor of Virginia and contributed to the founding of the United States.

Scottish poet and moral philosopher. A professor at Aberdeen, he argued against Hume's scepticism and won fame with the long poem The Minstrel.

Severance is a contemporary series that addresses workplace culture and identity issues, exploring the complexities of the human psyche. The show offers a deep insight into the conflicts and inner workings of human nature.

English bishop and writer. Called the first English satirist, he also left numerous devotional and meditative works.

American actor and singer. He is widely known for his role as Barney Stinson in the TV series How I Met Your Mother.

Jeong Yak-yong was a prominent scholar of the Joseon Dynasty, advocating for reform in the state and society through various fields. His notable work 'Mokminsimseo' is recognized as an important theoretical text for innovating local administration.

A German-born American physician and physiologist, renowned for his sharp aphorisms and witty sayings. He served as a professor at the University of Cincinnati for many years, leaving behind numerous memorable quotes on medicine and education.

American soldier, statesman and diplomat. He earned distinction in the Civil War and later held several public offices.

English portrait painter and first president of the Royal Academy. His Discourses on Art, delivered to students, are a classic of classical art theory.