Description

""The Last Man"" is a science fiction novel written by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, the author of the famous novel ""Frankenstein."" The book was published in 1826 and tells the story of a future world devastated by a pandemic that wipes out most of humanity. The protagonist of the story is Lionel Verney, who becomes the last man alive after a deadly plague decimates the world's population. The novel follows his journey as he navigates a desolate landscape and tries to find meaning in a world without people. Along the way, he encounters other survivors and forms relationships that are tested by the harsh realities of their situation. The book explores themes of isolation, mortality, and the human condition in the face of an apocalyptic event. Shelley's vivid descriptions of the ruined world and the emotional struggles of the characters make ""The Last Man"" a haunting and thought-provoking read.At another time we were haunted for several days by an apparition, to which our people gave the appellation of the Black Spectre. We never saw it except at evening, when his coal black steed, his mourning dress, and plume of black feathers, had a majestic and awe-striking appearance; his face, one said, who had seen it for a moment, was ashy pale; he had lingered far behind the rest of his troop, and suddenly at a turn in the road, saw the Black Spectre coming towards him.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.