Frankenstein's Science

Experimentation and Discovery in Romantic Culture, 1780-1830

Autor*innen

• Jane Goodall

Parameter

• 240 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Kunst & Kultur
• Über Literatur

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Exploring the intersection of literature and science, this collection delves into the historical controversies surrounding anatomy, electricity, and early biological theories during Mary Shelley's era. It offers fresh scholarship on topics such as Mesmerism and quackery, making it a vital resource for students and scholars of Romanticism, cultural history, and the evolution of scientific thought. The book situates Shelley's work within contemporary debates, enhancing the understanding of its lasting impact.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2008
• Einband: Hardcover