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The Last Man

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Set in a far-future late 21st century, this novel explores themes of isolation and humanity's struggle for survival in a post-apocalyptic world. Utilizing the found-manuscript trope, Shelley presents a collection of interconnected narratives discovered in the Cumaean Sibyl's Cave. This work, originally published in three volumes, reflects her innovative storytelling and lays the groundwork for the post-apocalyptic subgenre within science fiction, showcasing her visionary perspective on the future of humanity.

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The Last Man, Mary Shelley

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2018
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English
Released
2018
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Hardcover
Pages
362
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9781515419976
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First published
1826
Original title
The Last Man
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Set in a far-future late 21st century, this novel explores themes of isolation and humanity's struggle for survival in a post-apocalyptic world. Utilizing the found-manuscript trope, Shelley presents a collection of interconnected narratives discovered in the Cumaean Sibyl's Cave. This work, originally published in three volumes, reflects her innovative storytelling and lays the groundwork for the post-apocalyptic subgenre within science fiction, showcasing her visionary perspective on the future of humanity.