Essays in Miniature

Agnes Repplier (1855 – 1950) was an American essayist known for her wry and witty observations and her well-crafted literary style. Born in Philadelphia, Repplier started her writing career after she was expelled from the Convent of the Sacred Heart for her independent spirit and sharp tongue—a trait that would come to define her writing. Turning to essay writing, she quickly gained fame for her i...