FOWNHOPE FRINGE – Mary Shelley and the making of Frankenstein

Mary Shelley and the making of Frankenstein

We are delighted to be welcoming back internationally renowned poet and biographer – and author of “In search of Mary Shelley” – Professor Fiona Sampson MBE who will be giving this talk.

Mary Shelley, the wife of Percy Shelley the romantic poet and philosopher, wrote the gothic novel Frankenstein in 1818 whilst still a young woman and the book’s influence has spread worldwide. It’s been adapted to the silver screen on several occasions – perhaps most famously in the 1931 production starring Boris Karloff. Most of us will remember his portrayal of the shambling “monster”, but the novel itself is a beautifully written classic which shares the Romantic emphasis on the sublime power of nature. Fiona’s talk should offer us a stimulating and fascinating morning.

£10 Please contact Sue Pope to book a place.

Refreshments provided

Advance booking is essential for all events.