Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Tales and Stories (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'Tales and Stories,' Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley weaves a captivating tapestry of human experience, exploring the depths of emotion, the complexities of identity, and the eternal struggle between ambition and morality. Through a collection of short stories, Shelley crafts narratives that traverse the boundaries of reality and imagination, inviting readers into worlds where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Her characters, rich in depth and diversity, grapple with timeless themes of love, loss, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge, reflecting the very essence of the human condition. Shelley's masterful storytelling not only entertains but also provokes thought, challenging societal norms and questioning the ethical implications of scientific advancement. Her tales resonate with contemporary relevance, as they echo today's debates on technology, gender roles, and the quest for personal fulfillment. Each story stands as a testament to Shelley's profound understanding of the human psyche, offering insights that are as pertinent now as they were in her own time. 'Tales and Stories' is a treasure trove of literary brilliance, where each narrative invites readers to ponder the delicate balance between progress and preservation, making it a must-read for those seeking both entertainment and enlightenment.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: OTB eBook publishing
• Seitenzahl: 383
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783989735194
• Artikelnr.: 72400901

Autorenporträt

Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (August 30, 1797 - February 1, 1851) was an English novelist best known for her Gothic novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus (1818), which is regarded as an early form of science fiction. She also edited and promoted the works of her husband, Percy Bysshe Shelley, a Romantic poet and philosopher. Her father was political philosopher William Godwin, and her mother was feminist philosopher Mary Wollstonecraft. Mary's mother died 11 days after she was born. Her father reared her and provided her with a rich, though informal, education, urging her to follow his own anarchist political ideas. When Mary was four, her father married a neighbor, Mary Jane Clairmont, with whom she had a tumultuous relationship. Mary began a relationship with one of her father's political supporters, Percy Bysshe Shelley, who was already married, in 1814. She and Percy left for France with her stepsister, Claire Clairmont, and traveled through Europe. Mary was pregnant with Percy's child when they returned to England. She and Percy experienced ostracism, persistent debt, and the death of their prematurely born daughter during the next two years. They married in late 1816, after Percy Shelley's first wife, Harriet, committed herself.