Mary's Monster: Love, Madness, and How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein
Mary's Monster: Love, Madness, and How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein
Nonfiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2018
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BetaMary's Monster: Love, Madness, and How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein
Nonfiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2018312
Poem • Nonfiction
Europe • 1810s
2018
Adult
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
Mary's Monster: Love, Madness, and How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein by Lita Judge is a verse novel that explores Mary Shelley's life and experiences leading up to the creation of her iconic novel, Frankenstein. It presents her struggles with love, loss, and societal pressures, highlighting her resilience and creativity amid personal turmoil.
Mysterious
Dark
Emotional
Melancholic
Inspirational
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Review Roundup
Mary's Monster: Love, Madness, and How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein by Lita Judge is praised for its striking illustrations and engaging fusion of poetry and biography, vividly capturing Mary Shelley's tumultuous life. Some readers find the format challenging, but others appreciate its innovative storytelling and emotional depth, offering a poignant glimpse into Shelley's world.
Who Should Read Mary's Monster: Love, Madness, and How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein?
Readers who relish a blend of biography and graphic novel, uncovering the life of a literary pioneer, will enjoy Mary's Monster. Fans of The Invention of Hugo Cabret or those intrigued by the creative and tumultuous life behind Mary Shelley's Frankenstein will find this captivating.
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Poem • Nonfiction
Europe • 1810s
2018
Adult
12-18 years
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