gan a disturbing passion for Emilia Viviani. Mary indulged in jealously which was as futile as it was harrowing (Kiely 3217). On July 8, 1822, Shelley drowned in the Gulf of Spezzia (Goldberg 3209).After Shelleys death, much of her literary works were just being recognized. They lived on for nearly thirty years after her death. Though they were written for money to support her family, they were a permanent part of her literary history (Goldberg 3209). At the age of twenty-one, Shelley composed Frankenstein, which many people consider her biggest contribution to the literary world. Today, Frankenstein is still considered one of the greatest Gothic novels (Kiely 3218).Well after her death, Shelley was still remembered. In 1876 a poem was published titled A poem on Shelleys Death. Then, in 1891, almost seventy years after Shelley passed away, another book was published. This book entitled Tales and Stories by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, was a collection of short stories written by Shelley but never published (Goldberg 3205).Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley lived a very difficult life. During this rough time she managed to accomplish more than most Gothic writers. Her insight into the world of Gothic Romance was a direct reflect of her struggle through life. This enabled her to give a better account than most authors. Her life ended as miserable as it began but with no regrets. Her work is well remembered and often looked upon. Shelley, as well as her novel Frankenstein, will always be regarded as one of the best Gothic authors with one of the best Gothic novels to date....
