Amy Carmichael was an Irish missionary and writer who dedicated 55 years of her life to service in India. Born in County Down in 1867, she initially worked with mill girls in Belfast before answering a call to overseas ministry. After brief periods in Japan and Ceylon, she settled in Tamil Nadu, where she established the Dohnavur Fellowship. Her work focused on rescuing children and young women from difficult circumstances, including those forced into temple prostitution. She authored 35 books documenting her experiences and spiritual life.