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Who is the author of the novel 'Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus'?
Who is the author of the novel 'Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus'?
- Percy Bysshe Shelley
- Lord Byron
- Victor Frankenstein
- Mary Shelley (correct)
Where was the first edition of 'Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus' published?
Where was the first edition of 'Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus' published?
- Paris
- Geneva
- London (correct)
- Gernsheim
In which country did Mary Shelley travel through in 1815?
In which country did Mary Shelley travel through in 1815?
- France
- England
- Germany (correct)
- Switzerland
What were the topics of conversation for Mary Shelley and her companions?
What were the topics of conversation for Mary Shelley and her companions?
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Author and Creation of 'Frankenstein'
- Mary Shelley authored the novel 'Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus.'
- The first edition was published in London in 1818.
Mary Shelley's Travels
- In 1815, Mary Shelley traveled through Switzerland.
Topics of Conversation
- During her travels, she and her companions discussed topics such as galvanism, the nature of life, and the boundaries of scientific exploration.
Competition in 1816
- In 1816, there was a competition among Lord Byron, John Polidori, and Mary Shelley to create the best ghost story. This contest inspired the writing of 'Frankenstein.'
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