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Mary Shelley, a pioneer of science fiction, is best known for her novel 'Frankenstein.' Born to radical thinkers, her life was filled with intellectual pursuits, scandalous relationships, and personal tragedies. Her works delve into themes of creation ethics, human psyche, and speculative fiction, reflecting her profound losses and emotional depth.
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Mary Shelley was raised by her father, philosopher William Godwin, and was heavily influenced by her mother, feminist writer Mary Wollstonecraft
Father's Guests and Coleridge
Mary Shelley's childhood was shaped by her interactions with her father's distinguished guests, including poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Due to her mother's absence and blended family, Mary Shelley often felt isolated and turned to learning as a source of solace and identity
Despite being married, Mary Shelley began a relationship with Percy Bysshe Shelley, who shared her father's radical views
Mary Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley faced societal disapproval and financial struggles during their travels across Europe
During a stay in Lake Geneva with Lord Byron and others, Mary Shelley's imagination was sparked by a challenge to write a ghost story, leading to the creation of "Frankenstein."
Published in 1818, "Frankenstein" is considered one of the earliest works of science fiction and explores themes such as the ethics of creation and the dangers of ambition
Mathilda" and "The Last Man
Mary Shelley's later works, including "Mathilda" and "The Last Man," continued to explore complex themes through the lens of speculative fiction
Mary Shelley's personal tragedies, including the loss of her children and husband, influenced her writing and added a sense of foreboding and introspection
After her husband's death, Mary Shelley faced financial struggles but eventually received support from her father-in-law
As her health deteriorated, Mary Shelley moved to the Shelley family residence and continued to write
Mary Shelley's most well-known work, "Frankenstein," remains a profound commentary on the ethical implications of scientific advancements and solidifies her reputation as a pioneer in the genre of science fiction