The Poetry of Aphra Behn - Volume I

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Aphra Behn emerged as a significant playwright in Restoration theatre, navigating a tumultuous period marked by the English Civil War. Initially a poet, she transitioned to playwriting with works like "The Forc'd Marriage" and "The Rover," gaining acclaim despite a challenging personal life, including a failed marriage and financial struggles. Speculations surround her possible roles as a spy and her travels. Despite declining health and poverty later in life, Behn's legacy endures, highlighted by her burial at Westminster Abbey, where her tombstone reflects her belief in the enduring power of wit.