FAQ About Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
What is the plot of Mary Shelley's novel 'Valperga'?
In the historical romance novel Valperga, published in 1823, Mary Shelley weaves a story around the real historical figure Castruccio Castracani, a Ghibelline leader in medieval Italy. The novel portrays his rise to power and conquest of the fictional fortress Valperga, alongside his relationship with the noblewoman Euthanasia. The narrative delves into themes of power, politics, and resistance against tyranny.
