The New York Times turned 175 last month. To celebrate the occasion, journalists across the newsroom have been spelunking through the paper’s archives, offering thoughtful reflections on the ideas and stories the paper has recorded. And, a few challenges. This week’s: Can you name 16 famous figures from history just by looking at their photos and The Times’s descriptions of them? Take the quiz below, and see how you stack up against other players. Also in this edition, we’ve got a giant tortoise and giant trolls. But first, Anne Carson was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature this week, so let’s start with some of her most beloved books. I’ll see you next weekend(er). — Farah
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