Margarita Miller-Verghy

Romanian socialite and author, also known as a journalist, critic, translator, schoolteacher, philanthropist, nurse and inventor. She hosted a literary club, helped to set up feminist cultural venues, did translations from English literature, wrote a history of feminine writing, a novella series and detective fiction. After an accident left her completely blind she remained active as a writer and a feminist during the 1920's and 30's. She helped to set up charity networks, founded some of Romania's first women's associations, and was a pioneer of Romanian Scouting. She was also known for her work in radio drama.