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Frank facts about Mary Shelley, the mind behind 'Frankenstein'
Find out more about the author of one of the earliest science fiction books
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Mary Shelley, the mastermind behind the classic horror novel 'Frankenstein,' continues to inspire and fascinate people thanks to her contributions to literature. Born in London in 1797, she led a life full of personal and professional challenges, yet managed to create some of the most enduring works of literature of the Romantic era. But while some may simply know her as the woman who wrote 'Frankenstein', there's much more to her story.
Curious? Click on for some fascinating facts about Mary Shelley.
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