Who is Phillips wheatley?

Phillis Wheatley (c. 1753–1784) was the first published African American poet and the second published American woman poet. Born in West Africa, she was enslaved and brought to America at a young age, where she was educated by her owners. Wheatley's poetry, which often addressed themes of religion, freedom, and identity, gained recognition and acclaim, making her a significant figure in American literature and early African American history. Her works include "Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral," published in 1773.