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HENRY DAVID THOREAU - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT HENRY DAVID THOREAU
Henry David Thoreau, a name synonymous with American transcendentalism and environmental philosophy, left an indelible mark on literature, philosophy, and the preservation of nature. Born on July 12, 1817, in Concord, Massachusetts, Thoreau's life unfolded against the backdrop of a rapidly industrializing America, sparking in him a profound...
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JACK KEROUAC - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Jack Kerouac, the iconic figure of the Beat Generation, was born on March 12, 1922, in Lowell, Massachusetts, as Jean-Louis Lebris de Kérouac. The son of French-Canadian immigrants, Leo-Alcide Kéroack and Gabrielle-Ange Lévesque, young Jack grew up in a working-class environment that would later shape his unique perspective on life.
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MARIE CURIE - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Marie Skłodowska Curie, a name synonymous with groundbreaking scientific discoveries and unwavering determination, emerged as one of the most influential figures in the history of science. Born on November 7, 1867, in Warsaw, Poland, she would go on to revolutionize the fields of physics and chemistry, earning her a place among the most revered scientists...
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NICOLAUS COPERNICUS - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Nicolaus Copernicus, the pioneering astronomer whose heliocentric model transformed our understanding of the universe, was born on February 19, 1473, in the city of Toruń, in the Kingdom of Poland, which was part of the Kingdom of Poland. His father, also named Nicolaus, was a successful merchant, and his mother, Barbara Watzenrode, came...
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OSCAR WILDE - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT OSCAR WILDE
Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde, a literary giant and one of the most celebrated playwrights and wits of the 19th century, was born on October 16, 1854, in Dublin, Ireland. His flamboyant personality, razor-sharp wit, and masterful use of language made him an iconic figure in the Victorian era, leaving an indelible mark on literature, theater, and...
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MARIE ANTOINETTE - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT MARIE ANTOINETTE
Marie Antoinette, the iconic queen whose name conjures images of opulence, extravagance, and ultimately, tragedy, was born Maria Antonia Josepha Johanna von Habsburg-Lothringen on November 2, 1755, in Vienna, Austria. She was the fifteenth and penultimate child of Empress Maria Theresa and Holy Roman Emperor Francis I. From her earliest days,...
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IMMANUEL KANT - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT IMMANUEL KANT
Immanuel Kant, born on April 22, 1724, in Königsberg, Prussia (now Kaliningrad, Russia), was a German philosopher who became a central figure in the Age of Enlightenment. His profound ideas and contributions to metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and aesthetics have left an indelible mark on the intellectual landscape, shaping the course of Western...
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LEWIS CARROLL - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT LEWIS CARROLL
Lewis Carroll, the pseudonym of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, was a multifaceted Victorian author, mathematician, logician, and photographer. Born on January 27, 1832, in Daresbury, Cheshire, England, Carroll's imaginative and whimsical writings have left an indelible mark on literature, particularly through his timeless classics "Alice's Adventures in...
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MAYA ANGELOU - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Maya Angelou, born Marguerite Annie Johnson on April 4, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri, was an extraordinary American poet, memoirist, actress, and civil rights activist. Her life's journey, marked by resilience, creativity, and a commitment to social justice, left an indelible mark on literature and society.
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SUN TZU - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Sun Tzu, also known as Sunzi, was a renowned ancient Chinese military strategist, philosopher, and author of "The Art of War," a timeless masterpiece on strategy and warfare. His life remains shrouded in mystery, with conflicting historical accounts and legends surrounding his identity and achievements. Despite this ambiguity, Sun Tzu's enduring legacy as a strategic...
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BABE RUTH - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Babe Ruth, born George Herman Ruth Jr. on February 6, 1895, in Baltimore, Maryland, was an American professional baseball player who went on to become one of the most iconic and legendary figures in the history of the sport. His impact on the game transcended generations, and his larger-than-life personality made him a cultural phenomenon beyond the confines...
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NAPOLEON HILL - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Napoleon Hill, renowned as one of the pioneering figures in the self-help and personal development industry, was born on October 26, 1883, in Pound, Virginia, United States. His life journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of the human mind to overcome adversity and achieve greatness.
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ALBERT EINSTEIN - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Albert Einstein, renowned as one of the greatest scientific minds in human history, was born on March 14, 1879, in the Kingdom of Württemberg in the German Empire. His early years provided little indication of the extraordinary path he would tread, but his insatiable curiosity and rebellious spirit would eventually lead him to reshape our understanding...
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DESMOND TUTU - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Desmond Mpilo Tutu, an iconic figure in the struggle against apartheid in South Africa and a globally respected advocate for human rights and social justice, was born on October 7, 1931, in Klerksdorp, a small town in the North West Province of South Africa. His journey from a humble background to becoming a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and one of the...
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ANDY WARHOL - QUOTES COLLECTION
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Born on August 6, 1928, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Andrew Warhola, later known as Andy Warhol, would become a leading figure in the visual art movement known as Pop Art. His life and work transformed the art world, challenging traditional notions of art and celebrity, and leaving an indelible mark on contemporary culture.
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MARILYN MONROE - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT MARILYN MONROE
Norma Jeane Mortenson, better known by her stage name Marilyn Monroe, remains one of the most enduring and iconic figures in the history of Hollywood. Born on June 1, 1926, in Los Angeles, California, Monroe's life was marked by triumphs, tribulations, and an enduring mystique that captivated audiences around the world. Her journey from a troubled...
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SIGMUND FREUD - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT SIGMUND FREUD
Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis, stands as a towering figure in the realm of psychology and his ideas have had a profound and lasting impact on the understanding of the human mind. Born on May 6, 1856, in Freiberg, Moravia (now Příbor, Czech Republic), Freud's journey from a young medical student to a revolutionary thinker reshaped the...
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FRIEDRICH NIETZSCHE - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT FRIEDRICH NIETZSCHE
Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche, a 19th-century German philosopher, cultural critic, poet, and philologist, left an indelible mark on the intellectual landscape with his provocative ideas and profound reflections on human existence. Born on October 15, 1844, in the small town of Röcken, in the Kingdom of Prussia, Nietzsche grew up in a family...
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ANDREW CARNEGIE - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT ANDREW CARNEGIE
Andrew Carnegie, the iconic industrialist, philanthropist, and one of the wealthiest individuals of his time, left an indelible mark on American history. Born on November 25, 1835, in Dunfermline, Scotland, Carnegie's story is a quintessential rags-to-riches tale, emblematic of the American Dream.
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PLATO - QUOTES COLLECTION
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ABOUT PLATO
Plato, one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy, was born around 428/427 BCE in Athens, Greece. While much of his early life remains shrouded in mystery, his impact on the development of philosophical thought is undeniable. Plato's enduring legacy can be traced through his profound insights into metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and political theory,...
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