Mary Shelley & The Summer Of 1816 by James Daley
The Birth of Frankenstein and the Vampyre
Set against the backdrop of the infamous "Year Without a Summer," this narrative delves into the transformative period in Mary Shelley's life when she, along with a group of literary luminaries, sought refuge from the relentless rain in a villa by Lake Geneva. As the stormy weather forced them indoors, the group engaged in storytelling, sparking the creation of some of literature's most iconic works. The book explores the dynamics between these creative minds, the personal challenges they faced, and the profound impact this summer had on Shelley's development as a writer, ultimately leading to the birth of her masterpiece, "Frankenstein."
- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- English
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
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