1869 - 1951
André Gide was a French author and Nobel laureate born on November 22, 1869, and died on February 19, 1951. He is known for his exploration of morality and human nature in works such as "The Immoralist" and "The Counterfeiters," and his philosophical writings challenged societal norms and conventions. Gide's literary contributions were pivotal in the development of modern literature, particularly in the use of autobiographical elements and introspection.