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- Leonardo da Vinci. Leonardo da Vinci, often regarded as one of the greatest polymaths in history, left behind a rich legacy of art, scientific inquiry, and inventive ideas.
- Sir Isaac Newton. Sir Isaac Newton, a towering figure in the history of science and mathematics, is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to physics, astronomy, and mathematics.
- Thomas Jefferson. Thomas Jefferson, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States and the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, left behind a remarkable legacy as a statesman, philosopher, and advocate for individual rights and freedom.
- Ludwig van Beethoven. Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the most influential composers in Western classical music, led a life dedicated to his artistry despite personal struggles and deafness.
Oct 11, 2018 · Each one may be the last. – Stanislaw Jerzy Lec. These are seven of the most inspiring last words in history. 1. Isaac Asimov - "I love you, Janet." While these last words might appear to be a simple pronouncement of love, they are far more than that. The author of many legendary sci-fi stories including the Foundation novels, Isaac Asimov ...
Steve Jobs, entrepreneur and businessman. Last words: “Oh wow. Oh wow. Oh wow.”. Reader’s Digest looks back on Steve Jobs and his contribution to our digital world. These famous last words from history's most iconic people will make you cry, smile, quiver, cringe, and most important of all, think.
Mar 26, 2024 · Translation: Alas, I am a man who is seriously ill! Note: "Tell my people I tried," which was more popularly mistaken as his last words, was actually a quote invented by Eugene Burns in his biography of Kalākaua, The Last King of Paradise, published in 1952. E ʻoni wale no ʻoukou i kuʻu pono ʻaʻole e pau.
Quotes tagged as "last-words" Showing 1-30 of 174. “Francois Rabelais. He was a poet. And his last words were "I go to seek a Great Perhaps." That's why I'm going. So I don't have to wait until I die to start seeking a Great Perhaps.”.
Mar 5, 2019 · Richard III, King of England. (1452-1485) "I will die king of England. I will not budge a foot. Treason! Treason!" These words feel somewhat less dramatic than Shakespeare later attributed to the king in his play The Tragedy of King Richard the Third . Robert I, King of the Scots.
Jan 16, 2019 · Many people die in such silence, particularly if they have advanced dementia or Alzheimer’s that robbed them of language years earlier. For those who do speak, it seems their vernacular is often ...
