fromWorld History Encyclopedia3 weeks agoHistoryPoems of Phillis Wheatley and Jefferson's CriticismPhillis Wheatley's poetry challenged racist perceptions of Black intellect despite facing significant criticism from figures like Thomas Jefferson.
HistoryfromWorld History Encyclopedia252 years agoPhillis WheatleyPhillis Wheatley was the first African American woman to publish a book of poetry, breaking racial and societal barriers of her time.