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Marilyn Monroe (b. June 1, 1926) one of the iconic photographic subjects. Remember, The Twins rule duplication, hence their presence in the world of photography. A somber study by Milton Greene. Monroe always embodies the erotics of communication.

Conductor George Szell (June 7, 1897). What a personal way to represent yourself on an album cover. And there's a pun too as the work covered is Beethoven's 5th. The startling communication of the intelligible numeral, symbol and signal, with the glimmering intelligent pair of eyeglasses behind, suggests the experience of the orchestral player.

Photographer Dorohea Lange (b. 25 May 1895)