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The Last Man by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley AUDIOBOOK
The Last Man by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley AUDIOBOOK
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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley’s The Last Man is a haunting and visionary novel that explores themes of isolation, survival, and the collapse of civilization. Originally published in 1826, this early work of apocalyptic fiction tells the story of Lionel Verney, the last survivor of a global plague that devastates humanity in the 21st century.
Set against the backdrop of a crumbling world, Verney recounts the rise and fall of a once-thriving society, witnessing the relentless spread of disease, political turmoil, and the fragility of human existence. As he journeys through abandoned cities and landscapes consumed by death, he is forced to confront loneliness, grief, and the ultimate meaning of survival.
Blending gothic horror with profound philosophical reflections, The Last Man is a chilling and thought-provoking novel that was far ahead of its time. Mary Shelley, best known for Frankenstein, delivers a powerful meditation on human resilience, fate, and the unstoppable forces of nature. This audiobook brings her dystopian masterpiece to life, immersing listeners in a world where one man walks alone amidst the ruins of civilization.
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