Frankenstein
Frankenstein by Mary W. Shelley, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on August 11, 2016, is a significant literary work that explores the themes of ambition and responsibility. This edition features the revised 1831 text along with the author’s preface, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the narrative. The story follows Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates life from dead body parts, only to grapple with the dire consequences of his actions.
Readers will find a blend of gothic elements, science fiction, and philosophical inquiry as they delve into the moral dilemmas presented in the novel. The narrative prompts reflection on the nature of sympathy, questioning whether it lies with the ambitious scientist or the creature he has brought to life. This edition also includes an introduction and glossary aimed at supporting students, making it a valuable resource for those studying literary collections. With 270 pages, this English-language edition invites readers to engage deeply with Shelley’s thought-provoking themes.
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It was already one in the morning; the rain pattered dismally against the panes, and my candle was nearly burnt out, when, by the glimmer of the half-extinguished light, I saw the dull yellow eye of the creature open; it breathed hard and a convulsive motion agitated its limbs. Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist with huge ambition, exceeds his own expectations when he manages to create life from an assemblage of dead body parts. Yet he has failed to think through the consequences and responsibilities of his action, with fatal results. First published in 1818, this genre-defying novel – part gothic tale, part science fiction, part philosophical exploration – invites us to consider whom we sympathise with: the scientist playing God or the monstrous creature he has created. Using Mary Shelley’s revised 1831 text and including the author’s own preface, this Collins Classroom Classics edition includes an introduction and glossary to support students, written by an experienced teacher.
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