Taha Hussein
18891973
Influential Egyptian writer, literary critic, and intellectual, known as "The Dean of Arabic Literature," who was a leading figure of the Arab Renaissance and nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature twenty-one times
18891973
Influential Egyptian writer, literary critic, and intellectual, known as "The Dean of Arabic Literature," who was a leading figure of the Arab Renaissance and nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature twenty-one times
19321973
Ethiopian double Olympic marathon champion who famously won the 1960 Rome marathon barefoot and successfully defended his title in Tokyo 1964
18761973
Spanish cellist, conductor, and composer celebrated for his recordings of Bach's Cello Suites and his significant contributions to music education
18991973
German-American political philosopher and historian of political philosophy known for his interpretations of ancient and medieval thought, his account of classical natural right, and his influence on twentieth-century political theory by advocating for a return to classical understanding
19261973
Austrian poet and author regarded as a major voice of 20th-century German-language literature, known for her diverse works and philosophical depth
18811973
Austrian-American economist and philosopher known for his work in praxeology and as a steadfast defender of classical liberalism in the 20th century
18891973
French philosopher, playwright, music critic, and leading Christian existentialist known for his "philosophy of existence" and critique of technologically dehumanizing society
18971973
Finnish middle and long distance runner who set 22 world records and won nine Olympic gold medals