Laurence Sterne was an 18th-century Irish-born English writer, known for his satirical novel "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman", which broke new ground in narrative form and humor.
Oliver Goldsmith was an Anglo-Irish novelist, playwright, and poet who charmed 18th-century Europe with his witty, satirical works.
Alexander Pope was an 18th century English poet, known for his satirical wit and neoclassical style, who significantly influenced the literary world.
Tobias Smollett was a Scottish novelist, poet, and translator, best known for his influential picaresque novels such as The Adventures of Roderick Random and The Expedition of Humphry Clinker.
Jonathan Edwards was a prominent American theologian, philosopher, and revivalist preacher, instrumental in the First Great Awakening.