Frankenstein
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley is a classic novel published by Independently Published on March 22, 2019. This edition spans 168 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who discovers the secret to creating life, resulting in a being that resembles a man but is larger and more powerful. The work explores themes of creation and responsibility, reflecting on the consequences of man’s ambition during the Industrial Revolution.
Readers will find that Frankenstein delves into the complexities of human nature and the ethical implications of scientific exploration. The novel incorporates elements of Gothic literature and the Romantic movement, serving as both a cautionary tale and a foundational text in the horror genre. With its enduring influence on literature and popular culture, this edition offers a comprehensive look at a story that has shaped the landscape of science fiction.
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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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