Oroonoko, Prince of Abyssinia (Aziloth Books)

Aphra Behn's groundbreaking work tells the story of an African prince betrayed into slavery who leads a revolt against his oppressors, highlighting themes of betrayal and the struggle for freedom. The novel's vivid portrayal of brutality shocked Restoration England and played a significant role in advancing abolitionism. Additionally, Behn's innovative narrative provided women with a literary voice, earning her recognition as a pivotal figure in literature, as noted by Virginia Woolf.