Michael Fairless
Margaret Fairless Barber, writing as Michael Fairless, was an English Christian author best known for her posthumously published book of meditations, The Roadmender.
- Lived
- 1869–1901
- Nationality
- English
- Era
- Late Victorian
- Language
- English
- Notable works
- The Roadmender
Margaret Fairless Barber, who published her literary works under the pseudonym Michael Fairless, was an English Christian writer of the late Victorian era. Born in May 1869, she lived a relatively short life, passing away in August 1901 at the age of thirty-two. Despite her brief lifespan, her contributions to Christian devotional literature left a lasting impact.
Barber's most significant literary achievement is her book of meditations, The Roadmender. Published posthumously in 1902, shortly after her death, the book resonated deeply with readers and established itself as a popular classic. Through this work, Barber secured an enduring place in the landscape of early twentieth-century religious writing.