Kwon Beol
1973 – · South Korea
Kwon Beol is a renowned Korean writer and poet. His works are beloved by many readers for their unique sensibility and philosophical depth.
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1973 – · South Korea
Kwon Beol is a renowned Korean writer and poet. His works are beloved by many readers for their unique sensibility and philosophical depth.
1873 – 1954 · France
French novelist and one of the leading figures of 20th-century French literature. She wrote works such as "Gigi" and "Chéri."

1877 – 1962 · Germany
German-born Swiss novelist, poet, and painter. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1946 for works including Demian and Siddhartha.
1902 – 1971 · United States
An American author and social critic, best known for his work Generation of Vipers. He made significant contributions to science fiction and social commentary, offering sharp insights on education and social issues.
570 – 632 · Arabia
Founder of Islam. He received revelations from Allah and established Islam, unifying the Arabian Peninsula as both a religious and political leader.
A thinker known for quotes about learning and wisdom. Emphasized the importance of seeking knowledge from all things.
Italy
Italian writer cited as the author of a work rendered as Piazza University. Little is known about his life.
65 BC – 8 BC · Italy
Roman poet of the Augustan age. In his Odes and Satires he celebrated a life of moderation.
1630 – 1694 · United Kingdom
Church of England clergyman who served as Archbishop of Canterbury. His clear, restrained preaching style strongly influenced eighteenth-century English prose.
1678 – 1751 · United Kingdom
English statesman and writer who led the Tory party. He left many essays on politics, history and religion.