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This is a story for fans of the books How to Stop Time by Matt Haig and The Suicide Club by Rachel Heng. It is a love story that is a cross between Frankenstein and John Greens The Fault in Our Stars.Winzy reluctantly starts working for the alchemist Cornelius Agrippa in order to provide for his childhood sweetheart Bertha, but when Winzy drinks an unlabelled potion to rid himself of his love for Bertha, he becomes immortal. Suddenly blessed with a youthful appearance, Winzy slowly but surely discovers the disadvantages of the potion. The Mortal Immortal (1833) is a Gothic short story by the English writer Mary Shelley, famous for her best-selling novel Frankenstein (1818).

From the acclaimed author of Frankenstein, Mary Shelley, Tales and Stories is a collection of short stories that bring romance and gothic horror together. This collection of tales is set against a variety of backdrops, from medieval chivalry to wars and revolution, and it ultimately showcases Mary Shelleys gothic storytelling art. These short stories are full of passion, peril, and transformation, and will interest readers familiar with the works of Charlotte Bronte and Ann Radcliffe.

Frankenstein posee elementos de la novela gótica y el movimiento romántico y es también considerado como uno de los primeros ejemplos de la ciencia ficción. Brian Aldiss ha argumentado que debería ser considerada como la primera verdadera historia de ciencia ficcion, porque a diferencia de anteriores historias con elementos fantasticos similares a los que mas tarde se encontrarian en la ciencia ficcion, el personaje central "toma una decision deliberada" y "se vuelca a modernos experimentos en el laboratorio" para lograr resultados fantasticos.

Mary Shelleys "Lives of the Most Eminent Literary and Scientific Men & Women (Vol. 1-5)" is a remarkable exploration of the lives and contributions of pivotal figures in literature and science. With her characteristic Romantic style, Shelley weaves together biographical sketches that highlight the profound impact these individuals had on their respective fields. The work stands out not only for its literary merit but also for its thematic exploration of the interplay between creativity and intellect during an era marked by monumental changes in scientific thought and literary expression. Shelleys narrative is rich, engaging, and often reflective, inviting readers to consider the complexities of genius and morality in a rapidly evolving world. Mary Shelley, best known for her iconic novel "Frankenstein," was a trailblazer in her own right, deeply immersed in the intellectual currents of the early 19th century. Influenced by her friendships with pioneers like Lord Byron and Percy Bysshe Shelley, her interest in the interplay of literature and science is palpable throughout this series. Her unique perspectives on gender, science, and art lend authenticity and depth to her biographical subjects, drawing upon her extensive literary knowledge and personal experiences. I wholeheartedly recommend Shelleys "Lives of the Most Eminent Literary and Scientific Men & Women" to anyone interested in the intersection of literature, science, and history. This thought-provoking collection not only honors the legacy of great minds but also encourages contemporary readers to reflect on the enduring significance of their contributions. Shelleys eloquence and insight make this work an essential addition to the library of any literary scholar or enthusiast.

Esta novela relata la historia de una mujer que, desde su lecho de muerte, confiesa su tragedia: el amor incestuoso de su padre (…). Escrita en forma de una larga carta dirigida a su único amigo, Woo

A mãe de Mathilda, Diana, morre no parto. Seu pai, em desespero, deixa a recém-nascida aos cuidados de uma tia e sai para correr o mundo. Quando Mathilda tem 16 anos, ele volta, mas fica pouco tempo

The genesis of Frankensteins draft is certainly bizarre. In 1817 Mary Shelley spent the summer nearby Lake Geneva, together with her husband Percy Bysshe Shelley (poet and philosopher) and some other friends like the famous poet Lord Byron. On that occasion, everyone was invited by Lord Byron to invent and write a ghost story. Thus, Mary Shelley, who was influenced by the theories about the reanimation of the corpses (particularly in vogue in those days), got the idea for writing the famous Frankenstein. Since its first edition, in 1818, the name of Frankenstein became synonymous of monster, fear of the diverse and of the unknown. Numerous are the cinematographic transpositions of the novel like, for example, the one by James Whael (1931) and the comic version from the genius of Mel Brooks (1974).Mary Shelley was born in London in 1797. Writer and essayist, she owe her everlasting fame to one of the most popular gothic novel of all times: Frankenstein or The Modern Prometheus. She spent her life in a socially and politically advanced environment, innovative for the epoch. Her novels include: Mathilda (1819) and The Last Man (1826). She died in London in 1851.

Romanzo che narra il tentativo da parte di uno scienziato di dare la vita ad mostruosa creatura ottenuta assemblando parti di cadaveri, il cui risultato finale sara la ribellione verso il suo stesso creatore. Libro in lingua originale inglese con traduzione in italiano.

Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, generally known as Frankenstein, is a novel written by the British author Mary Shelley. The title of the novel refers to a scientist, Victor Frankenstein, who learns how to create life and creates a being in the likeness of man, but larger than average and more powerful. In popular culture, people have tended to refer to the Creature as "Frankenstein", despite this being the name of the scientist. Frankenstein is a novel infused with some elements of the Gothic novel and the Romantic movement. It was also a warning against the "over-reaching" of modern man and the Industrial Revolution, alluded to in the novels subtitle, The Modern Prometheus. The story has had an influence across literature and popular culture and spawned a complete genre of horror stories and films. It is arguably considered the first fully realized science fiction novel.

Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, generally known as Frankenstein, is a novel written by the British author Mary Shelley. The title of the novel refers to a scientist, Victor Frankenstein, who learns how to create life and creates a being in the likeness of man, but larger than average and more powerful. In popular culture, people have tended to refer to the Creature as "Frankenstein", despite this being the name of the scientist. Frankenstein is a novel infused with some elements of the Gothic novel and the Romantic movement. It was also a warning against the "over-reaching" of modern man and the Industrial Revolution, alluded to in the novels subtitle, The Modern Prometheus. The story has had an influence across literature and popular culture and spawned a complete genre of horror stories and films. It is arguably considered the first fully realized science fiction novel.

Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, generally known as Frankenstein, is a novel written by the British author Mary Shelley. The title of the novel refers to a scientist, Victor Frankenstein, who learns how to create life and creates a being in the likeness of man, but larger than average and more powerful. In popular culture, people have tended to refer to the Creature as "Frankenstein", despite this being the name of the scientist. Frankenstein is a novel infused with some elements of the Gothic novel and the Romantic movement. It was also a warning against the "over-reaching" of modern man and the Industrial Revolution, alluded to in the novels subtitle, The Modern Prometheus. The story has had an influence across literature and popular culture and spawned a complete genre of horror stories and films. It is arguably considered the first fully realized science fiction novel.

El doctor Frankenstein se deja llevar por su pasión por la filosofía natural y el progreso científico al margen de su ética o su moral. Cuando ve el horrible engendro al que ha dado vida a partir de la materia muerta, y se da cuenta de su error, ya es demasiado tarde. La criatura en realidad tiene sentimientos humanos y descubre el amor por la vida y los otros seres vivos, pero tras sufrir la soledad, el rechazo y el odio debido al horror que inspira en los demas, se ira deshumanizando, buscara venganza y reclamara del doctor Frankenstein que asuma su responsabilidad como creador. Pero Frankenstein esta sumido en la desesperacion y la culpa por haber creado un demonio asesino que va acabando con todo lo que el ama.

Victor Frankenstein, científico ginebrino, es recogido del hielo por un grupo que viaja hacia el polo Norte. Atormentado narra su historia al capitán del barco: hace tiempo dio vida a una criatura con restos de cadaveres. Esta, enloquecida por la soledad, pronto sembro el terror.

The world's most famous monster comes to life in this 1818 novel, a compelling narrative that combines Gothic romance and science fiction to tell of an ambitious young doctor's attempts to breathe life into an artificial man. Despite the doctor's best intentions, the experiment goes horribly wrong in a timeless tale about the hazards of playing creator.

Working from the earliest surviving draft of Frankenstein, Charles E. Robinson presents two versions of the classic novel—as Mary Shelley originally wrote it and a subsequent version clearly indicating Percy Shelley's amendments and contributions. For the first time we can hear Mary's sole voice, which is colloquial, fast-paced, and sounds more modern to a contemporary reader. We can also see for the first time the extent of Percy Shelley's contribution—some 5,000 words out of 72,000—and his stylistic and thematic changes. His occassionally florid prose is in marked contrast to the directness of Mary's writing. Interesting, too, are Percy's suggestions, which humanize the monster, thus shaping many of the major themes of the novel as we read it today. In these two versions of Frankenstein we have an exciting new view of one of literature's greatest works.