Who is the author of Frankenstein (first and last name)?

Mary Shelley NOTE: The first publication read "by anonymous" because the publisher didn't think a book by a female writer would sell.

When was Frankenstein first published?

Written in 1816 and published in 1818

How old was the author when she wrote Frankenstein?

Written when author was 19 and published when she was 21

Where and at what time of year did the author write Frankenstein?

On a cold and rainy summer vacation in Geneva, Switzerland with soon-to-be husband, Percy Shelley and famous Romantic Poet, Lord Byron.

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Frankenstein

English 11: British Literature

Question	Answer
Who is the author of Frankenstein (first and last name)?	Mary Shelley NOTE: The first publication read "by anonymous" because the publisher didn't think a book by a female writer would sell.
When was Frankenstein first published?	Written in 1816 and published in 1818
How old was the author when she wrote Frankenstein?	Written when author was 19 and published when she was 21
Where and at what time of year did the author write Frankenstein?	On a cold and rainy summer vacation in Geneva, Switzerland with soon-to-be husband, Percy Shelley and famous Romantic Poet, Lord Byron.
Who suggested the idea of writing ghost stories while on vacation with the author?
How did the author get the idea for the novel Frankenstein? Provide at least one source of inspiration mentioned in the book's introduction.
In the introduction of the book, what central theme (main idea) does the author say she most wanted to address?
What is the book Frankenstein's subtitle and why?
What is the significance of the book Frankenstein's subtitle?
Who is the explorer who rescues Victor at the beginning of the novel?
Where does the story begin?
Who does Walton write to?
What is Robert Walton obsessed with?
Where do Victor Frankenstein and his family live?
Who is Victor's mother (not enough to say Mrs. Frankenstein)?
How does Victor Frankenstein's mother die?
Who is Victor Frankenstein's close childhood friend?
How many brothers does Victor Frankenstein have and what are their names?
Who is Victor Frankenstein's cousin and sister by adoption?
Who is Victor Frankenstein's father (not enough to say Mr. Frankenstein)?
What field of study does Victor Frankenstein become fascinated with at around 13 or 14?
How does William die?
Who is falsely accused, convicted, and executed for William's murder?
Where does Victor Frankenstein go to college?
Why doesn't Henry attend college with Victor?
Who is the exiled and blind old man forced to live in poverty somewhere in Germany with his two children?
Who is the main narrator in Volume II of Frankenstein?
How many people does the creature/monster murder?
What are the names of the blind old man's two children?
Who is Felix's fiance who arrives at the cottage and cheers up the family?

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