Frankenstein, Or The Modern Prometheus (Edition 1831)

Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus (Edition 1831)

by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus is a gothic novel that explores the themes of scientific hubris, the nature of humanity, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. The story centers on Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a monstrous being from the dead. Horrified by his creation, Victor abandons it, only to find that the creature, driven by loneliness and rejection, seeks revenge. The novel delves into the complexities of creation, responsibility, and the moral implications of scientific progress. Through the interplay of Victor's narration and the creature's perspective, Mary Shelley paints a chilling picture of isolation, alienation, and the consequences of defying the natural order.

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Mary Shelley lived a literary life. Her father encouraged her to learn to write by composing letters, and her favorite occupation as a child was writing stories. Unfortunately, all of Mary's juvenilia...

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