Mary Shelley and the Birth of Frankenstein
No. of pages 180
Published: 2009
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"Mary Shelley and the Birth of Frankenstein" by Cheryl Ives explores the life of the remarkable Mary Shelley and the circumstances surrounding the creation of her iconic novel, "Frankenstein." Set against the backdrop of the early 19th century, the narrative delves into Shelley's tumultuous relationships, particularly with poets Percy Bysshe Shelley and Lord Byron, and the impact of scientific advancements of the time. The story captures Mary’s personal struggles, her innovative imagination, and the themes of ambition and creation that resonate throughout her work. It highlights her role as a pioneering figure in literature and the lasting legacy of her creation. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 180 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2009 by Stone Publishing House .
This book features the following character:
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
This book features Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley.