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“Loving, like prayer, is a power as well as a process. It's curative. It is creative.”

Quote by Zona Gale

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Zona Gale (1874-1938) was an American author and playwright who made history as the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Born in Wisconsin, she began her career as a journalist before transitioning to fiction and playwriting. Her groundbreaking play "Miss Lulu Bett" earned her the Pulitzer Prize in 1921, marking a significant milestone for women in American theater. Beyond drama, Gale authored numerous novels and short story collections, often exploring themes of women's experiences and social reform. Active in progressive movements, she was a strong advocate for women's suffrage. Gale passed away in Florida in 1938 at the age of 64, leaving a lasting legacy in American literature and theater. more

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