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“Atheism”
Posted on June 12, 2013 | No CommentsWritten on July 1769. Similar to written in 1767, Wheatley urges atheist to believe in god who created the universe. Where now shall I begin this Spacious field To […] -
“An Address to the Deist”
Posted on June 12, 2013 | No CommentsWritten in 1767, 14 years of age. The poems urge deists to embrace Christianity. Must Ethiopians be employ’d for you? Much I rejoice if any good I do. I […] -
Education
Posted on June 4, 2013 | No CommentsFrom a young age Phillis Wheatley showed uncommon intelligence and curiosity for learning. Mary Wheatley, the 18 year old daughter of John and Susanna Wheatley, took Phillis as a student […] -
Contribution to History and Literature
Posted on June 3, 2013 | No CommentsInfluence on History and American Literature Phillis Wheatley is a pioneer in African American literature and is credited with helping create its foundation. She provided inspiration to other African American […]