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Marya Chéliga-Loevy

Polish-French writer, playwright, feminist and pacifist.

Rita F Dove

American poet who served as Poet Laureate Consultant to the Library of Congress.

American author and Egyptologist who wrote under her name and pseudonyms Elizabeth Peters and Barbara Michaels. She earned a Ph.D. in Egyptology from the University of Chicago in 1952 and was celebrated for her mystery novels, including the Amelia Peabody series.

Clare of Assisi

Italian saint closely linked to Francis of Assisi. She founded the Order of Poor Ladies, a Franciscan monastic order known for its strict poverty.

Diamanda Galás

American musician and singer-songwriter who passionately campaigns for AIDS education and the rights of those affected.

Dorothy Parker

American poet, writer, critic, and satirist from New York City. She was celebrated for her sharpness, humor, and insights into urban life in the 20th century.

Edith Simcox

British philosopher, writer, trade union activist, and feminist.

Elizabeth Gurley Flynn

American labor leader, activist, and feminist. Flynn played a key role in the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) and co-founded the American Civil Liberties Union.