"…that perfect Tranquillity of Life, which is no where to be found, but in retreat, a faithful Friend and a good Library…"
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The Lucky Mistake (1689).
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Aphra Behn
Aphra Behn (née Aphra Johnson) (July 10 1640 – April 16 1689) was a prolific Restoration dramatist and writer of amatory fiction. She is believed to be the first English professional woman writer.
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