Frankenstein by Shelley, Mary
Frankenstein by Shelley, Mary

Frankenstein

A Gothic Masterpiece That Birthed Science FictionA stormy night in 1816 gave rise to a novel that...
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Author: Mary Shelley
Format: Paperback
Language: English
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Frankenstein by Shelley, Mary

Frankenstein

$7.18
Frankenstein by Shelley, Mary

Frankenstein

$7.18
Author: Mary Shelley
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Description
A Gothic Masterpiece That Birthed Science Fiction

A stormy night in 1816 gave rise to a novel that would forever change the face of literature. In Frankenstein, Mary Shelley weaves a dark, lyrical, and deeply human tale that has haunted readers for generations. Often misunderstood as a simple horror story, this is, in fact, a profound exploration of the boundaries of science, the nature of humanity, and the perilous costs of unchecked ambition.

Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist driven by an obsessive thirst for knowledge, dares to breathe life into lifeless matter. But the being he creates--intelligent, sensitive, and grotesquely misunderstood--becomes a tragic symbol of loneliness and rejection. As creator and creation spiral toward destruction, the novel questions who the real monster truly is.

Themes Explored
  • The Ethics of Creation Explore the consequences of defying nature as Victor creates life and faces its haunting aftermath.
  • Isolation and Loneliness Delve into the emotional toll of rejection as both creator and creation endure profound solitude.
  • Nature vs. Nurture Examine whether the monster is born evil--or shaped by cruelty and neglect.
  • Obsession and its Fallout Confront the dangers of unchecked ambition as Victor's pursuit consumes everything he loves.
  • Appearance vs. Reality Uncover how a monstrous exterior can hide a deeply human soul.
Perfect For
  • Classic literature enthusiasts
  • Students and scholars of philosophy, ethics, and science
  • Readers who enjoy psychologically complex characters and timeless storytelling
  • Collectors of iconic novels that shaped literary history



Author: Mary Shelley
Publisher: Fingerprint
Published: 10/01/2015
Pages: 248
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.39lbs
Size: 7.64h x 4.96w x 0.71d
ISBN: 9788175993167
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
Born in London, on August 30, 1797, as Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin, Mary Shelley was an English novelist, short story writer, dramatist, essayist, biographer, and travel writer. Best known for her Gothic novel Frankenstein: or, The Modern Prometheus (1818), Mary wrote several others including Valperga (1823), a historical novel, and The Last Man (1826), a science fiction tale. She also edited and promoted her husbandâ (TM)s poetry, preserving his place in literary history. Mary wrote numerous articles and stories for various magazines and journals, including the London Magazine, the Westminster Review, and The Keepsake. In 1830, her fourth novel The Fortunes of Perkin Warbeck: A Romance was published and in 1837 was published her last novel Falkner. She published numerous essays for Lardnerâ (TM)s Lives of the Most Eminent Literary and Scientific Men which formed a part of his Cabinet Cyclopaedia. In 1839, she published a four-volume edition of Percy Shelleyâ (TM)s Poetical Works. Mary Shelley died on February 1, 1851, in London. Amongst her numerous works, the classic tale of Frankenstein remains her lasting legacy.
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