Author: Richard Dehan

Richard Dehan was the pseudonym of Clotilde Inez Mary Graves (1863–1932), a notable author of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Ireland, Graves established a literary career despite the constraints of her era”s social norms. Her assumed name, Richard Dehan, allowed her the freedom to publish and be critically accepted in the male-dominated literary world, and she became known for her vivid narratives and complex characters. One of her notable works, “That Which Hath Wings” (1918), is a testament to her narrative skill and her ability to explore the psychology of her characters amidst the backdrop of World War I. Dehan”s literary style often merged elements of romance with the harsh realities of life, bringing to her readers a rich tapestry of human experience. While her works may not be as widely remembered today, they were influential in their time for their challenging themes and engaging storytelling. Dehan”s contribution to literature is recognized by scholars interested in the roles and recognition of women writers who published under male pseudonyms to circumvent the gender biases of their times.