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"Oroonoko, or The Royal Slave" was written by Aphra Behn. Pioneering playwright and novelist who broke barriers for women writers in the 17th century.

Oroonoko, or The Royal Slave

Name: Oroonoko, or The Royal Slave
Author: Aphra Behn

Aphra Behn

Oroonoko, or The Royal Slave, written by Aphra Behn in 1688, is a pioneering novel that portrays the tragic story of Oroonoko, a noble African prince enslaved in Surinam, and his love for Imoinda. It is notable for being one of the first English works to express sympathy for African slaves and reflects Behn's own experiences. The novel was an immediate success, influencing future literature and paving the way for women writers. Its themes of love, betrayal, and the critique of slavery remain relevant today.

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Aphra Behn was the first woman writer in England to make a living by her pen, and her novel Oroonoko was the first work...