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George Gershwin
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- Famous Harlem Residents
- Famous Epileptics
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George Gershwin
Songwriter / 1898 - 1937
George Gershwin was one of the most significant American composers of the 20th century, known for popular stage and screen numbers as well as classical compositions.
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René Magritte
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- Apple Icons
- Famous Scorpios
- Famous Painters
René Magritte
Painter / 1898 - 1967
René Magritte was a Belgian surrealist artist best known for his witty and thought-provoking images and his use of simple graphics and everyday imagery.
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C.S. Lewis
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- Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writers
- Famous Sagittarians
- Famous Fiction Authors
C.S. Lewis
Journalist, Author / 1898 - 1963
C.S. Lewis was a prolific Irish writer and scholar best known for his Chronicles of Narnia fantasy series as well as his pro-Christian texts. -
Paul Robeson
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- African-American Expats
- Blacklisted
- Famous Arians
Paul Robeson
Civil Rights Activist, Actor, Football Player, Lawyer, Singer / 1898 - 1976
Paul Robeson was an acclaimed 20th century performer known for productions like The Emperor Jones and Othello. He was also an international activist.
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Federico García Lorca
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- Hispanic Writers
- Famous Geminis
- Famous Poets
Federico García Lorca
Playwright, Poet / 1898 - 1936
Federico García Lorca is considered one of Spain's greatest poets and dramatists. One of his most successful poetry collections was The Gypsy Ballads.
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M.C. Escher
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- Famous Lefties
- Famous Geminis
- Famous Artists
M.C. Escher
Artist / 1898 - 1972
M.C. Escher was an artist known for his realistic, detailed prints that achieve bizarre optical and conceptual effects.
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profile name: C.S. Lewis profile occupation: Journalist, Author
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profile name: Paul Robeson profile occupation: Civil Rights Activist, Actor, Football Player, Lawyer, Singer
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profile name: René Magritte profile occupation: Painter
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profile name: Federico García Lorca profile occupation: Playwright, Poet
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