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Charlotte Mary Yonge, a prolific English novelist, was deeply influenced by her Anglican faith and the Oxford Movement. Her works, reflecting Anglo-Catholic values, include around 100 publications, with "The Heir of Redclyffe" marking her first major success. Profits from her novels often funded charitable initiatives, including the schooner Southern Cross. Additionally, she served as the long-time editor of the Monthly Packet, a magazine aimed at British Anglican girls, showcasing her commitment to literature and education for young women.