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Maria Edgeworth

Maria Edgeworth

January 1, 1768 – May 22, 1849

An Anglo-Irish gentry-woman, her novels championed the cause of social justice and advocated for humane treatment of Irish tenants and the poor by their landlords. Her work explores the moral responsibilities and compassion inherent in societal relationships. She dedicated her writing to portraying the importance of empathy and fairness in the treatment of others.