Frankenstein
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley is a novel published by Independently Published on September 19, 2020, featuring 276 pages in English. This work blends elements of the Gothic novel and the Romantic movement, serving as a cautionary tale about the consequences of humanity’s ambition and the advancements of the Industrial Revolution, as suggested by its subtitle, The Modern Prometheus. The narrative has significantly impacted literature and popular culture, establishing a foundation for the horror genre.
Readers will encounter a story that explores themes of creation and responsibility, as well as the ethical implications of scientific exploration. Frankenstein delves into the complexities of human emotion and the repercussions of “over-reaching,” making it a pivotal work in both fiction and horror. This edition offers a contemporary perspective on a classic tale that has shaped the landscape of science fiction and horror narratives.
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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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