Тексты к теме "TOP 8 famous Britons"

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

The name of the English national poet William Shakespeare is known all over the world. During his life he wrote 38 plays and 154 sonnets. He is considered to be one of the greatest writers in the world literature. Shakespeare’s authorship question however still puzzles the greatest minds.

Isaac Newton (1643 - 1727)

This man is very often referred to as the greatest and the most influential scientist who ever lived on this planet. Sir Isaac Newton was theologian, alchemist, natural philosopher, astronomer, mathematician and physicist. He formulated the theory of universal gravitation and invented different calculus.

David Beckham (born 2 May 1975)

Beckham is a leading English footballer and a former star of the legendary Manchester United. Nowadays he plays for Los Angeles, Galaxy. He was the first British football player to play 100 Champions League matches. In the year 2004 he was named the world's highest-paid footballer.

Winston Churchill (1874-1965)

Sir Winston is one of the greatest wartime leaders, an officer in the British Army, an artist, a writer, a historian, an orator, a noted statesman and a British Conservative politician. He served twice as a Prime Minister in 1940-1945 and in 1951-1955. He is the only Prime Minister in Britain who received the Nobel Prize in Literature.

John Lennon (1940 – 1980)

John Lennon was a musician and composer, a founding member of the Beatles. In 2008, Rolling Stone magazine ranked him the fifth greatest singer of all times. Together with Paul McCartney they formed one of the greatest songwriting partnerships.

Queen Victoria (1819 – 1901)

Queen Victoria has reigned the country for 63 years and 7 months which makes it the longest reign in the British history. This period came down to the history as the Victorian era. It is marked by expansion of the British Empire. This period is characterized by the military, scientific, political, cultural and industrial change in the United Kingdom.

Charles Darwin

(1809-1882) Author of ‘The Origin of Species’ book in which he offered an alternative view on the creation of life, the theory of evolution and natural selection. His ideas were controversial but stood true to the tests of science and went on to inspire a whole new generation and literally changed how we look at the world.

Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977) considered to be one of the most pivotal stars of the early days of Hollywood, lived an interesting life both in his films and behind the camera. He is most recognized as an icon of the silent film era, often associated with his popular "Little Tramp" character; the man with the toothbrush mustache, bowler hat, bamboo cane, and a funny walk.