The Red Countess: Select Autobiographical and Fictional Writing of Hermynia Zur Mühlen (1883-1951)

The life of Hermynia Zur Mühlen is marked by her defiance of societal norms and her commitment to independence. Born into an aristocratic family, she rejected traditional roles, eventually leaving her family and husband to pursue a career as a writer and translator. Her notable contributions include translating over 70 books, writing detective novels, and creating impactful works like Fairy Tales for Workers' Children. A committed socialist and vocal critic of National Socialism, she faced persecution, leading to her exile in England, where she lived in obscurity until her death.