The Essential Works of Mary Shelley
Enriched edition.By Mary Shelley
Length162h 42m
About this audiobook
Mary Shelley's 'The Essential Works of Mary Shelley' is a collection of groundbreaking literary works that showcase her mastery of gothic fiction and exploration of profound themes. From her iconic novel 'Frankenstein', which delves into the complexities of creation and society, to her haunting short stories that blur the lines between the natural and the supernatural, this collection is a must-read for enthusiasts of gothic literature. Shelley's unique blend of vivid imagery, thought-provoking narratives, and philosophical underpinnings set her apart as one of the most influential authors of the 19th century. Mary Shelley's own tumultuous life, marked by personal tragedy and intellectual curiosity, undoubtedly fueled her creative genius and penchant for crafting thought-provoking stories. As the daughter of two prominent intellectuals and the wife of renowned poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, her perspective on societal norms and individual agency shines through in her works. Recommended for fans of classic literature and gothic fiction, 'The Essential Works of Mary Shelley' offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a visionary author whose timeless tales continue to captivate readers with their depth and complexity.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics
Length162 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FALKNER
26Chapter 1
2Introduction
27Chapter 2
3Historical Context
28Chapter 3
4Synopsis (Selection)
29Chapter 4
5Novels
30Chapter 5
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6Frankenstein (Original Edition, 1818)
31Chapter 6
7Preface
32Chapter 7
8Volume One
33Chapter 8
9Chapter One
34Chapter 9
10Chapter Two
35Chapter 10
11Chapter Three
36Chapter 11
12Chapter Four
37Chapter 12
13Chapter Five
38Chapter 13
14Chapter Six
39Chapter 14
15Chapter Seven
40Chapter 15
16Volume Two
41Chapter 16
17Volume Three
42Chapter 17
18Chapter One
43Chapter 18
19Chapter Two
44Chapter 19
20Chapter Three
45Chapter 20
21Chapter Four
46Chapter 21
22Chapter Five
47Chapter 22
23Chapter Six
48Chapter 23
24Chapter Seven
49Chapter 24
25Frankenstein (Revised Edition, 1831)
50The Last Man
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