Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

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Author Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1797-1851
Title Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #42324
Credits Judith Boss, Christy Phillips, Lynn Hanninen and David Meltzer. HTML version by Al Haines.
Further corrections by Menno de Leeuw.
Summary "Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story explores themes of ambition, the quest for knowledge, and the consequences of man's hubris through the experiences of Victor Frankenstein and the monstrous creation of his own making. The opening of the book introduces Robert Walton, an ambitious explorer on a quest to discover new lands and knowledge in the icy regions of the Arctic. In his letters to his sister Margaret, he expresses both enthusiasm and the fear of isolation in his grand venture. As Walton's expedition progresses, he encounters a mysterious, emaciated stranger who has faced great suffering—furthering the intrigue of his narrative. This stranger ultimately reveals his tale of creation, loss, and the profound consequences of seeking knowledge that lies beyond human bounds. The narrative is set up in a manner that suggests a deep examination of the emotions and ethical dilemmas faced by those who dare to defy the natural order. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Horror tales
Subject Gothic fiction
Subject Scientists -- Fiction
Subject Monsters -- Fiction
Subject Frankenstein, Victor (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
Subject Frankenstein's monster (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 84
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Most Recently Updated Dec 2, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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