On this day in 1813 Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice was first published in the United Kingdom.

Born on this day in 1873 writer Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette

Born on this day in 1918 soprano Frances Yeend

Born on this day in 1931 bass Ezio Flagello

Happy 82nd birthday soprano Helena Tattermuschová

Happy 82nd birthday to bass Spiro Malas

Happy 72nd birthday soprano Malvina Major

Born on this day in 1944 composer John Tavener