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Marcus Aurelius

A Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher, Marcus Aurelius is known for his work 'Meditations,' which reflects on Stoic philosophy and the nature of life.

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Marcus Aurelius was the last of the 'Five Good Emperors' and ruled during a period of relative peace and prosperity. His 'Meditations' is one of the most important works of Stoic philosophy.
Despite being a philosopher-king, Marcus Aurelius spent much of his reign fighting wars on the frontiers of the Roman Empire. His 'Meditations' was written during these campaigns.
Roman Empire (121–180 AD)

Margaret Beaufort

The mother of Henry VII, Margaret Beaufort was a key figure in the Wars of the Roses and played a crucial role in the establishment of the Tudor dynasty.

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Margaret was a devout Catholic and a patron of education, founding two Cambridge colleges and promoting religious and scholarly works.
Despite her political ambitions, Margaret was known for her piety and charitable works, earning her a reputation as a devout and virtuous woman.
15th-16th century (Late Medieval England)

Margaret Cavendish

An English writer, philosopher, and scientist, Margaret Cavendish was one of the first women to publish under her own name in the 17th century.

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Cavendish wrote on a wide range of topics, including natural philosophy, gender, and politics, and was a pioneer in speculative fiction.
She was known for her eccentric personality and her boldness in challenging the male-dominated intellectual circles of her time.
17th century (Scientific Revolution)

Margaret Pole

A member of the Plantagenet dynasty, Margaret Pole was a key figure in the politics of Tudor England and was executed by Henry VIII.

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Margaret was the last legitimate member of the Plantagenet line and was executed in 1541, becoming a martyr for the Catholic cause in England.
Her execution was particularly brutal, as the inexperienced executioner reportedly took multiple blows to sever her head.
15th-16th century (Tudor England)

Margaret Tudor

The sister of Henry VIII and Queen consort of Scotland, Margaret Tudor played a key role in the politics of early 16th-century Britain.

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Margaret's marriage to James IV of Scotland was intended to strengthen the alliance between England and Scotland, but her life was marked by political turmoil.
She was the grandmother of Mary, Queen of Scots, and her descendants would eventually unite the crowns of England and Scotland.
16th century (Tudor England)

Margery Kempe

An English mystic and author, Margery Kempe is known for writing what is considered the first autobiography in English, 'The Book of Margery Kempe.'

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Margery's book details her religious visions, pilgrimages, and struggles with societal expectations, offering a rare glimpse into the life of a medieval woman.
Margery was often criticized for her public displays of piety and her outspoken nature, which made her a controversial figure in her time.
14th–15th century (1373–1438 AD)

Marguerite Yourcenar

A French novelist and essayist, Yourcenar was the first woman elected to the Académie Française, known for her historical novels and philosophical reflections.

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Yourcenar's novel 'Memoirs of Hadrian' is a fictional autobiography of the Roman emperor, blending historical accuracy with deep psychological insight.
Yourcenar spent much of her life in the United States, where she lived with her partner, Grace Frick, on a small island in Maine.
20th century (Modern Literature)

Marie Curie

A pioneering physicist and chemist, Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields (Physics and Chemistry).

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Marie discovered the elements polonium (named after her homeland, Poland) and radium. Her work on radioactivity laid the foundation for modern physics and medicine.
Marie carried test tubes of radium in her pockets, unaware of the dangers of radiation. Her notebooks are still so radioactive that they are stored in lead-lined boxes.
Late 19th to early 20th century (1867–1934)

Marina Tsvetaeva

A Russian poet, Marina Tsvetaeva is known for her intense, emotionally charged verse and her tumultuous life, which included exile and tragedy.

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Tsvetaeva's works, such as 'Poem of the End,' explore themes of love, loss, and exile, reflecting her own experiences during the Russian Revolution and Civil War.
Tsvetaeva's husband was executed by the Soviet regime, and her daughter was sent to a labor camp, leading to her eventual suicide in 1941.
20th century (Soviet Era)
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