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Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a timeless masterpiece of Gothic literature and a pioneering work of science fiction. First published in 1818, the novel tells the haunting story of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant scientist who defies natural boundaries to create life-only to be horrified by the consequences. His creation, a sentient yet misunderstood creature, is driven to anguish and vengeance by isolation and rejection. Through this chilling tale, Shelley explores profound themes such as the dangers of unchecked ambition, the pursuit of knowledge,…mehr

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Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a timeless masterpiece of Gothic literature and a pioneering work of science fiction. First published in 1818, the novel tells the haunting story of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant scientist who defies natural boundaries to create life-only to be horrified by the consequences. His creation, a sentient yet misunderstood creature, is driven to anguish and vengeance by isolation and rejection. Through this chilling tale, Shelley explores profound themes such as the dangers of unchecked ambition, the pursuit of knowledge, the nature of humanity, and the responsibilities of the creator. Rich in psychological depth and philosophical insight, Frankenstein remains a powerful reflection on the human condition and the dark side of scientific progress.
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Mary Shelley (1797-1851) was an English novelist best known for writing Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus. She wrote the groundbreaking novel at just 18, blending science fiction with gothic horror. Shelley was the daughter of famed thinkers Mary Wollstonecraft and William Godwin. Her work explores themes of creation, humanity, and the consequences of unchecked ambition.