Tales and Stories by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

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Author Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1797-1851
Author of introduction, etc. Garnett, Richard, 1835-1906
Title Tales and Stories
Now First Collected
Note Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The sisters of Albano -- Ferdinando Eboli -- The evil eye -- The dream -- The mourner -- The false rhyme -- A tale of the passions; or the death of Despina -- The mortal immortal -- Transformation -- The Swiss peasant -- The invisible girl -- The brother and sister -- The parvenue -- The Pole -- Euphrasia -- The elder son -- The pilgrims.
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Summary "Tales and Stories" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The volume brings together her lesser-known narratives, showcasing her distinctive voice and imaginative style. While many readers may be familiar with her iconic novel "Frankenstein," this collection aims to reveal Shelley's versatility as a storyteller, exploring themes of love, loss, and the human experience through various characters and settings. At the start of the collection, the introduction delves into Mary Shelley's literary reputation, suggesting it is often overshadowed by her husband Percy Bysshe Shelley’s fame. It highlights her creative journey and the blend of personal experiences within her writing. Following this, the opening story, "The Sisters of Albano," unfolds a poignant narrative about two sisters, Maria and Anina, who are deeply affected by societal expectations and family tragedy. Their tale, shaped by love and sacrifice amidst the backdrop of romantic Italy, introduces readers to the emotional depth and dramatic circumstances that will permeate the subsequent stories in the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English fiction -- 19th century
Subject Short stories, English
Category Text
EBook-No. 56665
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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