Frankenstein Or, the Modern Prometheus
Frankenstein Or, the Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley is a gothic classic published by Albatross Book Company on July 17, 2024. This edition features 351 pages and presents the story of Victor Frankenstein, a science student consumed by his obsession to uncover the secrets of life. In his quest, he creates a being from the remains of the deceased, only to find that his ambition leads to unforeseen consequences as the creature becomes a source of horror and despair.
Readers will encounter themes of isolation and revenge as the creature, rejected by society and its creator, grapples with its own existence. This edition also includes updated illustrations by artist C.S. Fritz, enhancing the narrative’s dark atmosphere. With its exploration of human ambition and the consequences of playing God, this version of Frankenstein invites readers to reflect on the boundaries of science and morality within the realms of horror and gothic literature.
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Frankenstein tells the gripping story of science student Victor Frankenstein. A creator mad with obsession bent on discovering the cause of life and bestowing that very life upon the lifeless. From this craving, Dr. Frankenstein assembles a being from the stolen parts of other men, but his dream of bringing it to life becomes his nightmare, as the creature is the extreme form of hideousness. From there, his monster is tormented by isolation and loneliness, making the creature become what his creator thought he always was, and turns to evil as it seeks revenge upon its master. This gothic classic comes with a fresh design and updated illustrations from artist C.S. Fritz. Published by Albatross Book Co.
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