A Woman to Know: Sarah Forbes Bonetta
She is a perfect genius. She is far in advance of any white child of her age, in aptness of learning, and strength of mind and affection. — Frederick E. Forbes
She is a perfect genius. She is far in advance of any white child of her age, in aptness of learning, and strength of mind and affection. — Frederick E. Forbes
(image via National Portrait Gallery)
Sarah Forbes Bonetta was born a Yoruba princess in southwest Nigeria, and she died an honorary princess of the British empire in Madeira. The years in between …
Keep reading with a 7-day free trial
Subscribe to A Woman to Know to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives.