Mary Robinson

1758–1800
Mary Robinson

Mary Robinson was born in England. Robinson was also known as the first mistress of the Prince of Wales, who would later become King George IV. In addition to writing poetry, Robinson was an ardent feminist and staunch supporter of the rights of women, convictions she displayed by living separately from her husband and having numerous affairs.

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POET’S REGION England

SCHOOL / PERIOD Romantic

LIFE SPAN 1758–1800

Mary Robinson

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Mary Robinson was born in England. Robinson was also known as the first mistress of the Prince of Wales, who would later become King George IV. In addition to writing poetry, Robinson was an ardent feminist and staunch supporter of the rights of women, convictions she displayed by living separately from her husband and having numerous affairs.

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Originally appeared in Poetry magazine.

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