Mary Godwin and Percy Bysshe Shelley marry at St Mildred’s Church, London.
On December 30, 1816, Mary Godwin married Percy Bysshe Shelley at St Mildred’s Church in London, following the suicide of Percy’s first wife, Harriet. This marriage legitimized their relationship in the eyes of society, allowing them to finally settle within the constraints of English legal structures. Facing societal and familial pressures, the marriage cemented their personal alliance and creative partnership which fostered a conducive environment for their artistic growth. Soon after, Mary would complete 'Frankenstein,' a testament to her burgeoning literary prowess.