Lady Mary Wroth

Lady Mary Wroth (1587–1651) was an influential English writer and one of the first women to publish a significant work of English literature. She is best known for her poetry and her novel "The Countess of Montgomery’s Urania," which features a complex, imaginative romance narrative. Wroth’s writing reflects her noble background and educated mind, contributing to the development of English Renaissance literature. Her work often explores themes of love, identity, and human emotions, highlighting her innovative voice in a predominantly male literary world.