The first notable, and historically important, book credited to a Bermudian was The History of Mary Prince, a slave narrative by Mary Prince. It is thought to have contributed to the abolition of slavery in the British Empire. Ernest Graham Ingham, an expatriate author, published his books at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. In the 20th century, numerous books were written and published locally, though few were directed at a wider market than Bermuda. (The latter consisted primarily of scholarly works rather than creative writing). The novelist Brian Burland (1931– 2010) achieved a degree of success and acclaim internationally. More recently, Angela Barry has won critical recognition for her published fiction. COUNT 4
QSN1 What historical significance can the book The History of Mary Prince claim? ANS1 The first notable, and historically important, book credited to a Bermudian QSN2 What contribution to history is it believed the History of Mary Prince made? ANS2 thought to have contributed to the abolition of slavery in the British Empire QSN3 The majority of books published by local authors were of what nature? ANS3 scholarly QSN4 Which local author most recently enjoyed success for published works of fiction? ANS4 Angela Barry