Literature and Science in the Nineteenth Century

by Laura Otis

First published 2002

In 19th-century Britain, new scientific ideas and technologies transform society. But this progress also sparks a gothic unease, as inventions like the telegraph and theories of evolution unsettle the status quo. Through stories, poems, and essays, this collection explores how the era's breakthroughs ignited both wonder and dread. From Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" to H.G. Wells' "The Island of Dr. Moreau," these works grapple with the unsettling implications of scientific advancement.

Genres: fiction, literature, science, historical-fiction, 19th-century, academic

Vibes: atmospheric, dark, thought-provoking

Tropes: social-commentary, unsettling

Setting: America, Baker Street, England, Norbury

Period: 19th century

624 pages · Paperback · Oxford University Press

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