Publication and Content

Originally published in 1833, this is the first of two volumes of Mary Shelley’s science fiction novel set in 2100 concerning an apocalyptic future in which a catastrophic plague has destroyed almost all of mankind.

About the Author

Shelley was also a prolific writer of short stories, travelogues and editorials. Best known for the gothic novel Frankenstein.

Collectibility and Editions

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.