Ida Barber

Ida Barber (née Punitzer; 19 July 1842 – 5 October 1931), also known by the pen name Ivan Baranow, was a German writer, journalist, and social activist.

Barber was a prolific novelist and short story writer, publishing at least fifteen books between 1878 and 1919, as well as numerous serials. Her fiction often addressed women's issues and Jewish family life. She is also regarded as a pioneer of fashion journalism. Barber was a prominent member of the women's movement in Vienna, and played a significant role in founding and leading women's organizations, including the Association of Women Writers and Artists.