Mary Shelley : Creator of Frankenstein

Mary Shelley is a name that has become synonymous with one of the most iconic and enduring works of English literature Frankenstein. Her gothic tale of a scientist's creation gone wrong has captivated readers and sparked endless debates and discussions since its publication in 1818. But Mary Shelley's life and legacy extend far beyond this single work of fiction. She was a woman of remarkable intellect, creativity, and passion, who lived a life that was as tumultuous and tragic as it was inspiring and fascinating.

In "Mary Shelley: Creator of Frankenstein," author and literary scholar Charlotte Gordon bring Shelley's remarkable story to life, exploring the complex web of personal, political, and artistic influences that shaped her life and work. Drawing on extensive research and a deep understanding of Shelley's literary and cultural context, Gordon traces the evolution of Shelley's thinking and creative output, from her earliest childhood writings to her mature works of fiction and nonfiction.

Along the way, readers are introduced to a cast of characters as colorful and fascinating as any in Shelley's own writing, from her illustrious parents Mary Wollstonecraft and William Godwin to her husband Percy Bysshe Shelley, and her close friend and fellow author Lord Byron. Through their stories and Shelley's own experiences, Gordon illuminates the social, cultural, and intellectual currents that shaped the Romantic era and helped to define the modern world.

At its heart, "Mary Shelley: Creator of Frankenstein" is a celebration of the power of creativity and the enduring legacy of a remarkable woman whose work continues to inspire and challenge us more than two centuries after her birth. For anyone interested in literature, history, or the remarkable lives of women who defied convention and changed the world, this book is a must-read.