Famous and Influential People Gallery

Christopher Marlowe (c. 1564–1593)

Christopher Marlowe was a poet and playwright at the forefront of the 16th-century dramatic renaissance. His literary career lasted less than six years, and his life only 29 years, his achievements, most notably the play The Tragicall History of Doctor Faustus, ensured his lasting legacy.
This is the only known portrait of him. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

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Hans Lufft (1495-1584), Luthers' Bible printer, wood engraving, published 1879

Hans Lufft (1495 - 1584) . Bible printer of Martin Luther. Woodcut engraving after an original (1584), published in1879

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Bill Brockwell, Victorian English professional cricketer, 19th Century

Vintage illustration William Brockwell (21 January 1865 - 1 July 1935) was an English cricketer. Although primarily remembered as a batsman, he began his career as a fast-medium bowler. Brockwell played his county cricket for the very strong Surrey side of the last years of the 19th century. Brockwell played seven Test matches for England, all against Australia

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