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Genius of the Week
National Geographic announced that Mary Shelley, the author of the novel "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus," is the subject of the third season of its acclaimed series "Genius." The novel, written when she was just 18 and published by the time she was 21, has inspired numerous movies, television shows, novels, and more. Her influence, especially in the realm of science fiction, horror, and fantasy, is beyond measure. Ron Howard, executive producer on the show, said "Showcasing someone like Mary Shelley and her amazing intellect, compassion and fortitude is exactly what this series is for."
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National Geographic announced that Mary Shelley, the author of the novel "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus," is the subject of the third season of its acclaimed series "Genius." The novel, written when she was just 18 and published by the time she was 21, has inspired numerous movies, television shows, novels, and more. Her influence, especially in the realm of science fiction, horror, and fantasy, is beyond measure. Ron Howard, executive producer on the show, said "Showcasing someone like Mary Shelley and her amazing intellect, compassion and fortitude is exactly what this series is for."
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