Adelaide Anne Procter

Born: 01-01-1825

Adelaide Anne Procter was a prominent 19th-century English poet and humanitarian, celebrated for her compassionate and accessible verse. Born in 1825, she was a key contributor to Charles Dickens' periodical "Household Words." Her work often explored themes of social justice and women's rights. Procter’s poetry, including her popular collection "Legends and Lyrics," garnered widespread acclaim during her lifetime, making her one of the Victorian era's beloved literary figures.