Anne Bradstreet

Puritan American poet of the 17th century

Anne Bradstreet - Puritan American poet of the 17th century
Born

March 20th, 1612
412 years ago

Died

September 16th, 1672
352 years ago — 60 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in 1612, this individual became the first published female poet in America. Most of the poetry reflected personal experiences, faith, and the challenges faced as a woman in a patriarchal society. The collection 'The Tenth Muse Lately Sprung Up in America' published in 1650, served as a significant milestone in American literature. The work included themes of love, family, and the Puritan experience. Throughout the life, writings offered insights into both the public and private dimensions of life in colonial New England, influencing future generations of poets and writers.

Published 'The Tenth Muse Lately Sprung Up in America' in 1650

Pioneered female literary voice in America

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