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Aphra Behn (nΓ©e Aphra Johnson) (July 10 1640 β April 16 1689) was a prolific Restoration dramatist and writer of amatory fiction. She is believed to be the first English professional woman writer.
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βCome away; poverty's catching.β
βThere's no sinner like a young saint.β
ββ¦that perfect Tranquillity of Life, which is no where to be found, but in retreat, a faithful Friend and a good Libraryβ¦β
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Aphra Behn on Poverty
βCome away; poverty's catching.β
Aphra Behn on Tranquility
βThat perfect tranquillity of life, which is nowhere to be found but in retreat, a faithful friend and a good library.β
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About Aphra Behn
Aphra Behn (nΓ©e Aphra Johnson) (July 10 1640 β April 16 1689) was a prolific Restoration dramatist and writer of amatory fiction. She is believed to be the first English professional woman writer.
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