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Mary Shelley (1797-1851), an English novelist, is most famous for her Gothic novel "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus" (1818). This groundbreaking work, written when she was just 18, tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who creates a sentient creature through unorthodox scientific experiments. Shelley's novel is a cornerstone of Gothic literature and early science fiction. more Mary Shelley (1797-1851), an English novelist, is most famous for her Gothic novel "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus" (1818). This groundbreaking work, written when she was just 18, tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who creates a sentient creature through unorthodox scientific experiments. Shelley's novel is a cornerstone of Gothic literature and early science fiction. In addition to "Frankenstein," she wrote "The Last Man" (1826), a poignant narrative set in a post-apocalyptic future. Shelley also edited and promoted the works of her husband, Romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley. Her efforts ensured his literary legacy endured. Mary Shelley's contributions to literature are marked by her innovative exploration of human nature and ethics in science. less

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