I am very averse to bringing myself forward in print, but as my account will only appear as an appendage to a former production, and as it will be confined to such topics as have connection with my authorship alone, I can hardly accuse myself of a personal intrusion. Mary Shelley accountaccuseappendage share on social
I do not wish women to have power over men; but over themselves. Mary Shelley manpowerwoman Change image and share on social
But I am a blasted tree; the bolt has entered my soul; and I felt then that I should survive to exhibit what I shall soon cease to be - a miserable spectacle of wrecked humanity, pitiable to others and intolerable to myself. Mary Shelley blastboltcease share on social
Teach him to think for himself? Oh, my God, teach him rather to think like other people! Mary Shelley godpeopleteach Change image and share on social
And now, once again, I bid my hideous progeny go forth and prosper. I have an affection for it, for it was the offspring of happy days, when death and grief were but words, which found no true echo in my heart. Mary Shelley affectionbidday share on social
Life is obstinate and clings closest where it is most hated. Mary Shelley clingclosehate Change image and share on social
My dreams were at once more fantastic and agreeable than my writings. Mary Shelley agreeabledreamfantastic Change image and share on social
