Amy Levy
1861 - 1889
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Amy Levy (1861-1889) was a British poet and novelist known for her works exploring feminist and controversial themes. She was one of the first Jewish women to study at Cambridge University, where she showed great literary talent. Levy's works often addressed gender inequality and societal expectations, shedding light on the struggles faced by women in the Victorian era. Tragically, Levy struggled with depression and eventually took her own life at the age of 27.