Prophets of Science Fiction: Mary Shelley
Subject:
English / Language Arts
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
Source: Science Channel
This Science Channel video clip explores how Shelley's quest to build a monster helped give rise to the science fiction genre.
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