Elizabeth Graeme Fergusson was a writer who helped change the view of female property ownership in Revolutionary Philadelphia.
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The Poorly Received Social Critique of Rebecca Rush
Rebecca Rush is a woman who we know very little about but her book, Kelroy, is an interesting view of social climbing in Philadelphia at the onset of the War of 1812.
Washington Irving's Involvement in Changing Literary Tastes
Washington Irving found a place in literary society during the transition from the Enlightenment era to the Romantic period.
Royall Tyler Writes Broadway's First Play
Royall Tyler was an American Revolutionary turned playwright.
Stephen Higginson Throws Shade At John Hancock
Stephen Higginson was a privateer who helped fight the Revolution at sea.
Washington Irving Plays A Trick On New York
Washington Irving had a gigantic impact on creating American Folk Lore and gave us stories like Rip Van Winkle and Sleepy Hollow.
Mercy Otis Warren Scribbles Her Way Into History
Mercy Otis Warren was one of the most prolific public writers during the American Revolution.