In the rainy summer of 1816, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, alongside her husband Percy Shelley and Lord Byron, visited Geneva for an extended holiday. By summer's end, at just 18 years old, Mary had penned "Frankenstein," a groundbreaking novel that revolutionized British literature by blending science fiction and horror. This lecture delves into Mary Shelley's unconventional upbringing by an anarchist father, her scandalous romance with the married Percy Shelley, the genesis of her masterpiece, and her extraordinary life following her husband's death. We'll explore her enduring legacy as one of the most significant Western writers of the 19th century, defying societal norms and expectations. Through lecture and PowerPoint slides, attendees will discover the trials and triumphs of this pioneering female author. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.