Maria Firmina dos Reis
Country: Brazil
Location: São Luís, State of Maranhão; Guimarães, State of Maranhão, Brazil
About
Maria Firmina dos Reis (March 11, 1822–November 11, 1917) was an Afro-Brazilian abolitionist and author. Her novel, Ursula, detailed what life was life for Afro-Brazilians during enslavement.