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Edwards, Amelia Ann Blanford

1831 – 1892

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Amelia Ann Blanford Edwards (7 June 1831 – 15 April 1892), also known as Amelia B. Edwards, was an English novelist, journalist, traveller and Egyptologist. Her literary successes included the ghost story The Phantom Coach (1864), the novels Barbara's History (1864) and Lord Brackenbury (1880), and …

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  • What is Amelia B. Edwards best known for?

    Amelia B. Edwards is primarily recognized for her contributions to Egyptology, particularly her travelogue "A Thousand Miles up the Nile," which documented her extensive travels and observations in Egypt. She was also a co-founder of the Egypt Exploration Fund, an organization dedicated to archaeological research in Egypt.

  • Did Amelia B. Edwards write under any other names?

    Amelia B. Edwards wrote exclusively under her own name, though she is sometimes referred to by variations such as Amelia Ann Blanford Edwards or Amelia Edwards.

  • What genres did Amelia B. Edwards write in besides non-fiction?

    Beyond her significant non-fiction work in Egyptology, Amelia B. Edwards also wrote numerous novels, including ghost stories and historical fiction, showcasing her versatility as a writer.