Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin (1885)

Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin is a biography written by Elizabeth Robins Pennell and published in 1885. The book explores the life of Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin, who is best known as the author of the novel Frankenstein. The biography begins with a detailed account of Mary's childhood and family background, including her parents, Mary Wollstonecraft and William Godwin. Pennell then delves into Mary's early adulthood, including her relationship with Percy Bysshe Shelley, their elopement, and the scandal that ensued. Throughout the book, Pennell provides insight into Mary's literary achievements, including her work as a novelist, essayist, and editor. She also examines the social and political context in which Mary lived, including the French Revolution and the rise of Romanticism. The book concludes with an exploration of Mary's legacy and the impact she had on literature and feminism. Pennell's biography provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin, shedding light on both her personal life and her contributions to literature and society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.