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Amy Levy

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British poet, novelist, writer (1861-1889)

WritersLived 1861 to 1889 · aged 27
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Amy Judith Levy was an English essayist, poet, and novelist. One of the first Jewish students at both Cambridge University and Newnham College, she wrote on the situation of Jews in Europe and the challenges facing women who sought independence in male-dominated society.

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Amy Judith Levy was an English essayist, poet, and novelist. One of the first Jewish students at both Cambridge University and Newnham College, she wrote on the situation of Jews in Europe and the challenges facing women who sought independence in male-dominated society. She maintained close relationships with other women living what would be called a "New Woman" life, some of whom were lesbians.

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Lived 1861 to 1889 · aged 27
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