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    A Quick Guide to "The Last Man"
    A Quick Guide to "The Last Man"
    A Quick Guide to "The Last Man"
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    A Quick Guide to "The Last Man"

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    “The Last Man” by Mary Shelley was first published in 1826. It is an apocalyptic science fiction novel.

    The story is set in a world in future. The future world has been ravaged by a plague. The story basically describes the fate of the human generation in future.

    When the novel was first published, it received several harsh reviews, but when it was revived scholarly in the 1960s, it came into limelight and people began to admire the writer.

    The novel is also popular for the inclusion of certain semi biographical portraits of Romantic figures in Shelley’s circle.

    The story includes the portraits of Romantic figures like P. B. Shelly, Mary Shelly’s late husband, and Lord Byron.

    A Quick Guide to "The Last Man"
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    Chapter One: Introduction
    Chapter Two: Characters
    Chapter Three: Thematic Analysis
    Chapter Four: Plot Summary
    Chapter Five: Critical Analysis

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRaja Sharma
    Release dateSep 25, 2013
    ISBN9781301983988
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      Table of Content

      Introduction

      Characters

      Thematic Analysis

      Plot Summary

      Complete Summary

      Critical Analysis

      Questions and Answers

      Chapter 1

      Introduction

      The Last Man by Mary Shelley, published in 1826, is a pioneering work of science fiction and a profound exploration of human nature and destiny. Set towards the end of the 21st century, the novel is framed as a series of prophetic writings discovered in a cave near Naples, written by the last surviving human in a world devastated by a global pandemic.

      In the introduction, Shelley sets the stage for this apocalyptic tale. She describes discovering the sibylline leaves in a cave, presenting the narrative as a translation of these ancient prophesies. This framing device lends an air of mystery and foreboding to the story, while also allowing Shelley to explore her themes in a speculative future setting.

      The novel itself follows the life of Lionel Verney, an English nobleman. It chronicles his journey from a pastoral, idyllic 21st-century England through the gradual decline of society as the plague takes its toll. As the world around him crumbles, Lionel grapples with profound loneliness and the existential questions posed by being the last human.

      The Last Man is notable for its exploration of themes such as the fragility of civilization, the nature of human relationships, and the enduring quest for meaning in the face of despair. Shelley's personal experiences of loss and tragedy deeply inform the novel, making it a poignant reflection on the human condition. Despite its initial

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