'The History of Mary Prince' was published in London, England, becoming one of the first autobiographies by a Black woman in the British Empire. This powerful narrative detailed Prince's experiences as an enslaved person in Bermuda and her subsequent journey to freedom. The book played a significant role in the abolitionist movement, highlighting the brutal realities of slavery and influencing public opinion against the institution.

Mary Prince's narrative contributed to the genre of slave narratives, which became crucial in shaping abolitionist literature. Poets like William Cowper and later figures in the Romantic movement were influenced by the themes of suffering and liberation found in such works. The emotional depth and personal testimony in Prince's story also inspired poets to explore themes of injustice and human rights in their own writing.