The popular image of Frankenstein's monster—with green skin and neck bolts—is a far cry from Mary Shelley's original novel. The real story is a complex convergence of cutting-edge science, personal tragedy, and a surprising connection to Scotland. The novel was born during the infamous "Year Without a Summer" in 1816, when Mary Shelley, then only 18, was trapped indoors with literary figures like Percy Shelley and Lord Byron. Their discussions about the nature of life and experiments in galv...
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The popular image of Frankenstein's monster—with green skin and neck bolts—is a far cry from Mary Shelley's original novel. The real story is a complex convergence of cutting-edge science, personal tragedy, and a surprising connection to Scotland. The novel was born during the infamous "Year Without a Summer" in 1816, when Mary Shelley, then only 18, was trapped indoors with literary figures like Percy Shelley and Lord Byron. Their discussions about the nature of life and experiments in galv...
The History of Heroin: From Miracle Cure to Global Plague
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The History of Heroin: From Miracle Cure to Global Plague
The collected sources offer a multi-faceted examination of the illegal drug trade, ranging from historical origins and international conspiracies to the modern-day consequences for individuals and communities. One set of texts focuses on longstanding allegations of CIA involvement in global drug trafficking, detailing claims across regions like Southeast Asia, Central America, and Afghanistan, primarily for anti-communist financing. Conversely, other sources address the contemporary landscape...
The Òrga Spiral Podcasts
The popular image of Frankenstein's monster—with green skin and neck bolts—is a far cry from Mary Shelley's original novel. The real story is a complex convergence of cutting-edge science, personal tragedy, and a surprising connection to Scotland. The novel was born during the infamous "Year Without a Summer" in 1816, when Mary Shelley, then only 18, was trapped indoors with literary figures like Percy Shelley and Lord Byron. Their discussions about the nature of life and experiments in galv...
