Sarah Hopkins Bradford (1818–1912) was an American writer and historian who is best remembered for her pioneering biographical works on the life of Harriet Tubman. Active during the nineteenth century, Bradford authored two landmark biographies that served as crucial early documentations of Tubman's life, helping to preserve the legacy of the famous abolitionist and Underground Railroad conductor for future generations.\n\nIn addition to her historical and biographical contributions, Bradford was a prolific creator of children's literature, which comprised the majority of her written work. She frequently published these children's stories under the pseudonym Cousin Cicely, capturing the imaginations of young readers of her era. Through her dual focus on historical biography and children's fiction, Bradford maintained a versatile writing career that bridged the gap between serious historical preservation and accessible creative storytelling.
