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Author: Mary Shelley
Year: 2019
Language: en
Pages: 695
ISBN-13: 9781095232040
Dewey Decimal: 823.7
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Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, published by Amazon Digital Services LLC – KDP Print in April 2019, is a significant work in the realm of literature. This edition spans 695 pages and is presented in English. The novel centers on Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who discovers the means to create life, resulting in a powerful being that resembles a man but is larger and more formidable. The narrative explores themes of creation and responsibility, reflecting the complexities of human ambition and the consequences of scientific exploration.

Readers will encounter a blend of Gothic elements and Romantic themes throughout the story, which serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of overreaching in the pursuit of knowledge, particularly during the Industrial Revolution. The work has left a lasting impact on both literature and popular culture, giving rise to a distinct genre of horror narratives. As one of the earliest examples of science fiction, Frankenstein delves into the moral implications of creation and the relationship between creator and creation, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in fiction, horror, and classic literature.


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Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, generally known as Frankenstein, is a novel written by the British author Mary Shelley. The title of the novel refers to a scientist, Victor Frankenstein, who learns how to create life and creates a being in the likeness of man, but larger than average and more powerful. In popular culture, people have tended to refer to the Creature as “Frankenstein”, despite this being the name of the scientist. Frankenstein is a novel infused with some elements of the Gothic novel and the Romantic movement. It was also a warning against the “over-reaching” of modern man and the Industrial Revolution, alluded to in the novel’s subtitle, The Modern Prometheus. The story has had an influence across literature and popular culture and spawned a complete genre of horror stories and films. It is arguably considered the first fully realized science fiction novel.

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Publisher: Amazon Digital Services LLC – KDP Print US. Year: 2019.
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ISBN-13: 9781095232040.
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Language: en. Pages: 695.

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