031: Mary Shelley Part 3: A Tragic Accident, Literary Achievements, and Money Problems Galore: Oh My!

Hello! In this episode of It's a History Podcast, I delve into the third and final part of Mary Shelley's life. Todays episode will explore the trials and tribulations she faced from tragic losses and betrayals to the literary accomplishments that...
Hello! In this episode of It's a History Podcast, I delve into the third and final part of Mary Shelley's life. Todays episode will explore the trials and tribulations she faced from tragic losses and betrayals to the literary accomplishments that marked the rest of her life. I also cover the challenges that Mary encountered, including her strained relationships (I am looking at you Jane!), the devastating loss of her husband Percy, and her struggle to sustain herself and her son (Thank you Sir Timothy). Despite All of these hardships, Mary's determination to maintain her husband's literary legacy and produce her own works cemented her as a key figure in English literature. Join me as we explore the final leg of Mary Shelley's literary journey and the impact she left on the world.