Aphra Behn was the first woman to make a living as a professional writer. She was born sometime in 1640 (Dec. 14 was the date of her baptism) and died in 1689. Her books include Oroonoko, a novel set in Surinam, dealing with slavery, rebellion, love and liberation.
Ill.: Aphra Behn, line engraving by Robert White, after John Riley, published 1716
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MY HERO. I will make you proud someday, Ms. Behn.
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