Mary Ann Browne (also known as Mrs. James Gray; 24 September 1812 – 28 January 1845) was an English poet and writer of musical scores.
Mary Ann (sometimes Mary-Anne) Browne was born in Maidenhead, Berkshire, 24 September 1812.[1][2] She was the eldest of three children.[3] Though some sources mention Felicia Hemans was her sister, that is not the case.[4][5]
A collection of her verses came before the public when she was only fifteen years of age.[6] Browne wrote Mont Blanc, Ada, Bepentance, The Coronal, The Birthday Gift, Ignatia, Sacred Poetry, and many fugitive pieces in periodicals.[7]
In 1840, her family removed to Liverpool. In 1842, she married James Gray, a Scotchman, and a nephew of James Hogg. She was remembered for piety and charity.[7]
Mary Ann Browne Gray died 28 January 1845[1] at Sunday's Well, Cork, Ireland.[2][a]