George Bernard Shaw
George Bernard Shaw was an Irish playwright, critic, and polemicist, renowned for his wit and social commentary. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1925 and is best known for plays such as 'Pygmalion' and 'Saint Joan,' which challenge societal norms and explore complex human themes.
Born on Jul 26, 1856 (169 years old)
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Greece:
George Bernard Shaw is referenced for his sarcastic remark about democracy ensuring that we are not governed by better people than we deserve.
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Switzerland:
George Bernard Shaw is quoted regarding the impact of sports on international relations.
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Peru:
George Bernard Shaw was an Irish playwright.
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Romania:
George Bernard Shaw was an English playwright and essayist.
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United Kingdom:
George Bernard Shaw criticized earth burial, suggesting it would be prohibited by law.
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Bangladesh:
George Bernard Shaw is described as a brilliant playwright whose works had a significant impact on the world.
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Gambia:
George Bernard Shaw once observed, 'Nothing is more dangerous than ignorance in power.'
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Mexico:
George Bernard Shaw is quoted regarding the distrust in the medical profession due to the tragedy of illness.
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New Zealand:
George Bernard Shaw is referenced for coining the term 'bardolatry' to describe the excessive reverence for Shakespeare.
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Ghana:
George Bernard Shaw was the counsel for Agyekum in his legal battle for freedom.
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