Falkner: A Novel

Name: Falkner: A Novel
Author: Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

By Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

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A guilt-ridden gentleman takes into his care a vulnerable orphaned girl, raising her with devoted attention while concealing a past crime that threatens exposure. As she grows, tensions emerge between his protective affection and the demands of justice and family obligations, and secrets from his earlier life complicate relationships with others. The action moves between sheltered coastal hamlets and bustling urban scenes, tracing how remorse, social expectations, and the imprint of former choices shape decisions. Through intimate domestic moments and moral reckonings, the narrative examines atonement, parental responsibility, and the possibility of reconciliation amid the long shadow of regret.

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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (1797-1851) was an English novelist, best known for her groundbreaking work, "Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus," which is often regarded as one of the first science fiction novels. The daughter of feminist writer Mary Wollstonecraft and political philosopher William Godwin, Shelley was deeply influenced by the intellectual currents of her time. Her writing often explored themes of creation, responsibility, and the human condition. In addition to "Frankenstein," she authored several other notable works, including "Falkner" and "Lodore." Shelley's literary contributions have left a lasting impact on literature and continue to inspire discussions on ethics and the nature of humanity.