Emma Thompson

William Standish Knowles, born on June 1, 1917, in Taunton, Massachusetts, was an esteemed American chemist whose innovative work in asymmetric synthesis revolutionized the field of pharmaceuticals. He earned the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2001 for his contributions to chirally catalyzed hydrogenation reactions, alongside other honors that cemented his legacy in science. Throughout his […]

William Steig, born on November 14, 1907, in New York City, was a renowned American cartoonist, illustrator, and author. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he contributed over 1,600 cartoons to The New Yorker and authored beloved children’s books like “Shrek!” and “Sylvester and the Magic Pebble,” which won the Caldecott Medal in

William Joseph Slim, born on 6 August 1891 in Bristol, England, was a renowned British military leader and author. He gained fame as the commander of the 14th Army in Burma during World War II, where he masterminded a stunning reversal from defeat to victory, earning him the affectionate title “Uncle Bill.” Slim’s illustrious career

William Sloane Coffin Jr. was born on June 1, 1924, in New York City, USA. He was a prominent American liberal Christian clergyman, activist, and author, known for his passionate advocacy for civil rights, peace, and social justice. Coffin served as chaplain at Yale University, led anti-Vietnam War protests, and championed nuclear disarmament. His career

William Edgar Stafford was born on January 17, 1914, in Hutchinson, Kansas, USA. A celebrated American poet, essayist, and professor, he is best known for his accessible poetry that explores everyday life, nature, and pacifism. Stafford served as the 20th Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress in 1970 and won the