Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley'Äôs "The Last Man" is a profound exploration of isolation and despair set in a post-apocalyptic vision of the future. Written in 1826, this prophetic narrative delves into the themes of humanity'Äôs fragility, existential dread, and the effects of societal collapse. Shelley employs a rich, lyrical style that intertwines gothic elements with philosophical reflections, cr...