Annie Keary

Annie Keary

Annie Keary (March 3, 1825 - March 3, 1879) was an English novelist.

She was born near Wetherby, Yorkshire, the daughter of an Irish clergyman. She was the author of several children's books and novels, of which the best known is "Castle Daly", an Irish story. She also wrote an "Early Egyptian History" (1861) and "The Nation Around" (1870). She died at Eastbourne. She is one of many 19th and 20th century poets and authors to be quoted in the classic Christian devotional "Daily Strength for Daily Needs", which was compiled by Mary W. Tileston.

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