Phillis Wheatley Peters (circa 1753 – December 5, 1784), her names also spelled Phyllis or Wheatly, was an African-American author. She is credited as the first published African-American poet in history.
Phillis Wheatley Peters (circa 1753 – December 5, 1784), her names also spelled Phyllis or Wheatly, was an African-American author. She is credited as the first published African-American poet in history.