Mary Shelley's personal diaries reveal that the haunting themes in 'Frankenstein' were deeply influenced not just by external conditions but also by the trauma from her sister Fanny's suicide.
Fiona Sampson believes that the dark elements in Shelley's life and her family's misfortunes, particularly the loss of her half-sister Fanny, provided a profound emotional backdrop for the creation of Frankenstein.
Sampson emphasizes that Mary Godwin's experiences and personal struggles shaped her writing, offering critical insights into how the tragic events in her life influenced the themes of creation and loss in her novel.
The collection of letters and diaries published reveals that the world of genteel Bath was in stark contrast to the turmoil in Mary Shelley's personal life, further complicating her creative expression.
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