When it comes to reincarnation, I’m a died-in-the-wool skeptic.
And yet.
Take a look at Henrik Ibsen, the great 19th-century Norwegian playwright.

Henrik Ibsen (bad hair day)
Now take a look at my dog, a 21st century American mutt.

Ibsen and me
You have to admit the resemblance is striking.
No signs yet of canine literary prowess or theatrical ambitions.