Biography

In Paris, Hemingway met Gertrude Stein, James Joys and Ezra Pound, who helped young artists develop their careers.

Beethoven was probably first introduced to Joseph Haydn in late 1790 when he, traveling to London, stopped over Christmas in Bonn.

Byron was disappointed by the birth of his daughter, he expected a son, "a wonderful boy". The girl was named after Byron's half-sister (his great love), Augusta Leighi; Byron called her Ada.

Since both Amadeus and Nannerl showed musical ability, the father gave up his career and devoted himself to the children's musical education.

Interest in Hypatia arose during the Age of Enlightenment.

In October 2020, New York’s Christie’s Auction House reported that a copy of the First Folio sold for $9.97 million.

In Joe Wright's 2005 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, young lovers struggling with social conventions, barriers, and prejudices were played by Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen.

Her image has inspired many artists and companies.

In 1784, Kosciuszko returned to Poland.

Anna was advised to undergo surgery due to her illness but refused since it would have meant she would not be able to perform any longer.