Lady Hester

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Charlotte Mary Yonge was a prolific English novelist whose works reflect Anglo-Catholic values, influenced by her devotion to the Church of England and the Oxford Movement. Beginning her writing career in 1848, she published around 100 works, with her first major success, The Heir of Redclyffe, helping fund charitable endeavors. Yonge also served as the long-time editor of the Monthly Packet, a magazine aimed at British Anglican girls, showcasing her commitment to shaping young women's literature and values during her era.