Frankenstein
Regarded as one of the first science fiction novels in the English literary canon, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley’s novel about a scientist testing the bounds of what it means to be human still resonates with us today.
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Mary Shelley and The Romantic Movement
The Romantic movement, prominent in late 18th to early 19th century Europe, emphasized imagination, nature, and human emotion, contrasting Enlightenment rationalism. Key figures like Mary Shelley explored themes of ambition and individual experience. Her novel “Frankenstein” reflects Romantic ideals and critiques unchecked rationality, highlighting the complexities of creation and existence. Continue reading
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