Lucy Terry

Lucy Terry was an African American poet, writer, and teacher. She was born around 1724 in West Africa and was brought to the American colonies as a slave. Terry was the first known African American poet to publish a book of poetry, 'Poems Written by Lucy Terry, of Colrain, in the Year 1746'. She was also a teacher and a community leader. Terry's poetry is known for its powerful and expressive language, which reflects her experiences as a slave and a woman. She is considered one of the most important figures in African American literary history.