Mary

The novel presents a tragic narrative centered on a heroine's romantic relationships with both a woman and a man. Written by the pioneering feminist Mary Wollstonecraft while she was a governess in Ireland, it reflects her experiences and the societal challenges faced by women in the 18th century. Published in 1788, shortly after her dismissal from her governess position, the work marks a significant step in Wollstonecraft's decision to pursue a writing career, highlighting the struggles of women in a male-dominated literary world.