
What do volcanoes, ghost stories, and teenage rebellion have to do with one of the most iconic horror novels ever written? ⚡️🧠 In this episode of the Book Trivia Podcast, Rachel & Jess dig into the haunting legacy of Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley.
We explore the wild origin story behind the book’s creation, the real science that inspired Dr. Frankenstein, and why this 1818 gothic novel is often considered the first work of science fiction.
📚 Expect creepy trivia, feminist hot takes, and lightning-bolt moments from literary history.
🔍 Keywords: Frankenstein, Mary Shelley, gothic literature, classic horror, science fiction origins, book trivia, Romantic writers, literary monsters, Book Trivia Podcast