British author (1797-1851) whose first and best-known novel, Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus, takes a place among the most enduring classics of the horror genre. Highly sought ink signature, "I am dear sir, truly yours, M. W. Shelley,” on an off-white 4.5 x 1 slip. In fine condition. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder, grading the autograph as "MINT 9."
