Frankenstein

Mary Shelley and Frankenstein: A Tale of Darkness and Creation

| By Gale Staff | Mary Shelley is best known for her iconic novel, Frankenstein. Published in 1818, this gothic masterpiece has captivated readers for centuries with its exploration of themes such as scientific progress, human ambition, and what happens when the two collide. Let’s delve into Mary Shelley’s life and examine Frankenstein’s enduring legacy with … Read more

Literary Milestones in Women’s History

| By Carol Schwartz, Senior Content Developer, Gale | As the end of International Women’s History Month approaches, Gale would like to take a moment to recognize a few milestones in women’s literary history. Early eleventh century: Japan’s Murasaki Shikibu’s The Tale of Genji is considered by many to have been the first novel. 1648: … Read more