Patti Smith
1946 – · United States
American singer and songwriter. She is actively involved in social causes, including charity and anti-war activism.
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1946 – · United States
American singer and songwriter. She is actively involved in social causes, including charity and anti-war activism.
China
One of the Four Books of Confucianism, traditionally attributed to Zengzi. It is a core Confucian text that expounds the way of self-cultivation and bringing peace to the world.
1855 – 1932 · France
French diplomat and author who served long as ambassador to the United States. He also won the first Pulitzer Prize for History.
1930 – 2009 · United Kingdom
English writer. He is best known for Empire of the Sun and Crash.
1128 – 1202 · France
French theologian and poet known as the Universal Doctor. His allegorical Latin verse and collections of maxims left a broad mark on medieval learning.
Ed Sheeran is a British singer-songwriter and one of the most prominent artists in contemporary pop music. He gained recognition with his 2011 release 'The A Team' and has since achieved global success with hits like 'Shape of You' and 'Thinking Out Loud'.
A thinker known for profound insights on the relationship between knowledge, wisdom, and love. Known for the philosophical aphorism that knowledge is the mother of love and wisdom is love itself.

1813 – 1887 · United States
American clergyman who actively took part in social reform and was a leading advocate for the abolition of slavery.

1842 – 1914 · United States
American writer and journalist known for his biting satire and cynical style. His best-known work is The Devil's Dictionary.
1947 – · Brazil
Paulo Coelho is a Brazilian novelist and author, best known for his 1988 novel 'The Alchemist,' which gained worldwide acclaim. His works explore themes of dreams, spiritual journeys, and self-discovery, inspiring millions of readers globally.
1954 – · United States
Anne Lamott is an American author beloved for her honest and humorous essays on writing, faith, and recovery. Her best-known work, 'Bird by Bird,' is a widely read guide for aspiring writers.