Mary Shelley - Proserpine & Midas - Esprios Classics - Book

Mary Shelley

Discover the literary brilliance of Mary Shelley with this collection of Proserpine and Midas, presented in the Esprios Classics edition. Proserpine is a captivating verse drama originally composed by Mary Shelley in 1820 while living in Italy, featuring additional lyric poems by Percy Bysshe Shelley. This work offers a unique perspective on the classic Greek myth of Demeter and Persephone, with a specific focus on the depth of its female characters. Often considered a companion piece to the play Midas, these unpublished works provide a rare glimpse into the creative minds of the Romantic era. This edition is perfect for students, scholars, and fans of 19th-century literature looking to expand their personal library with classic poetic drama. Product Summary: A collection of verse dramas written by Mary Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley, including Proserpine and Midas, published in the Esprios Classics series.