Mary Hays, Novelist and Dreamer (1761–1843) (1955)

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Department of English Language and Literature, Faculty of Arts, Cairo University

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Magdi Wahba’s comprehensive examination of Mary Hays (1761–1843) life and literary legacy offers a compelling gateway into her world – a world marked by personal tumult, radical ideas, and groundbreaking literary endeavors that challenged societal norms of her time. The article highlights Mary Hays as an important but often overlooked figure in 18th-19th century literature and feminism. It emphasizes her role as a novelist, feminist thinker, and self-reflective writer whose works challenged societal norms, gender roles, and moral conventions. Wahba’s article not only situates Mary Hays within her historical and literary context but also celebrates her as a pioneering feminist thinker and novelist whose courage and convictions broke barriers and inspired future generations. Her life exemplifies a relentless pursuit of truth, justice, and intellectual independence – a legacy that Wahba brings vividly to life in these pages. As we delve into Hays’s writings, we are reminded of the enduring power of the written word and the indomitable spirit of a woman who dared to dream – and to write – against all odds.
Foreword by Nadia el Kholy.

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This paper was included in The Annual Bulletin of English Studies (1955) published by the Department of English, Cairo University, pp. 151-161. 

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