Born on This Day: November 30

Italian architect whose classical designs profoundly influenced Western architecture.

Irish writer whose satire and prose became foundational to English literature.

American writer whose humor, language, and social criticism transformed national literature.

Canadian author whose Anne of Green Gables became an enduring work of world literature.

British prime minister and writer whose wartime leadership and oratory shaped modern history.

English philosopher whose work influenced analytic philosophy and the philosophy of mind.

American photographer and filmmaker whose work documented race, poverty, and dignity and broke major artistic barriers.

American broadcaster whose programs transformed popular music television and youth culture.