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    DYSTOPIAN

    WRITING
    AS PER DELHI UNIVERSITY LATEST CURRICULUM

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    WHAT WE WILL COVER??
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    NHI
    Dystopian writing is a type of storytelling that describes a world
    or society that is the opposite of perfect. Instead of being happy,
    peaceful, or fair, the world in a dystopian story is usually dark,
    unfair, and full of problems.
    In these stories, the society often has strict rules, people may not
    have freedom, and the government or powerful groups might
    control everything. The goal of dystopian writing is often to
    show what could happen if certain bad ideas or actions were
    taken too far.
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    SYLLABUS
    UNIT-1

    MARY SHELLEY:

    THE LAST MAN


    4
    THE LAST MAN(MARY SHELLEY)
    INTRODUCTION:-
    The Last Man is a novel by Mary Shelley,
    published in 1826.
    It is one of the first works of dystopian fiction
    and is set in the late 21st century.
    The story is about the life of Lionel Verney which
    talks about his experiences in a world devastated
    by a deadly plague that leads to the extinction of
    humanity.
    The novel explores themes of isolation, loss, human
    resilience, and the failure of societies in the face of 5
    catastrophe.
    THE LAST MAN(MARY SHELLEY)
    The Beginning: Lionel Verney’s Youth

    The story begins in England, where Lionel Verney,


    an orphaned and wild young man, grows up in
    poverty.
    He eventually befriends Adrian, the compassionate
    son of the deposed king of England, who teaches
    him about kindness and morality.

    Through Adrian, Lionel is introduced to a circle of


    aristocrats, including Adrian's sister, Idris, and Lord
    Raymond, a charismatic and ambitious figure. 6
    THE LAST MAN(MARY SHELLEY)
    Romantic Relationships and Political
    Ambitions
    Lionel falls in love and marries Idris(Adrian’s
    Sister), while Lord Raymond pursues Perdita,
    Lionel’s sister.

    Raymond’s ambition leads him to become the Lord


    Protector of England. However, his political career
    and personal life are marked by struggles, including
    a failed military campaign in Greece, where he dies
    tragically.
    7
    THE LAST MAN(MARY SHELLEY)
    The Collapse of Civilization

    As the plague intensifies, cities are abandoned, and


    lawlessness takes over.

    Adrian tries to maintain order and inspire hope


    among the survivors, but even his leadership
    cannot stop the inevitable collapse of society.

    Lionel, Adrian, and a small group of survivors


    embark on a journey across Europe, seeking refuge
    and trying to escape the plague. 8
    THE LAST MAN(MARY SHELLEY)
    Personal Loss and Tragedy

    One by one, Lionel loses his loved ones to the


    plague. Idris dies during their journey, and their
    children also succumb to the disease.

    Adrian and Clara (the daughter of Lord Raymond


    and Perdita) are the last to remain with Lionel, but
    they too eventually die during a storm at sea.

    9
    THE LAST MAN(MARY SHELLEY)
    The Last Man

    Lionel becomes the sole survivor of


    humanity.
    He roams the deserted Earth, reflecting on
    his losses and the collapse of human
    civilization.
    Despite his overwhelming grief, he resolves
    to continue living, documenting his
    experiences and searching for any remaining 10
    signs of life.
    Theme or
    Central Idea
    The unifying element of a story

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    1) Human Isolation and
    Loneliness

    Lionel's journey as the last


    human highlights the profound
    isolation that comes with the
    loss of all human connections.

    12
    2) The Fragility of
    Society

    The novel portrays how


    quickly societal structures
    collapse in the face of a
    global disaster.
    13
    3) Mortality and Loss

    The story is deeply personal,


    reflecting on how death and
    loss affect individuals and
    communities.
    14
    4)Leadership and Hope

    Adrian’s attempts to lead


    and inspire survivors show
    the importance of
    compassion and unity, even
    in the darkest times. 15
    5)Nature’s Power

    The plague symbolizes


    nature’s ability to
    overpower human
    advancements and control.
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