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Frankenstein: A Study of Creation and Consequence in Mary Shelley's Gothic Masterpiece

Frankenstein: A Study of Creation and Consequence in Mary Shelley's Gothic Masterpiece

Shelley, Mary

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HorrorScience FictionClassic Fiction

ISBN13: 9791041848737
Publisher: Culturea
Published: Jul 7 2023
Pages: 298
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.67 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
Frankenstein by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a seminal work in the Gothic and science fiction genres, exploring themes of creation, responsibility, and the consequences of unchecked change. The narrative follows Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who becomes obsessed with the idea of creating life. Through his experiments, he succeeds in animating a creature, but the result is a being he finds hideous and repulsive. Abandoned by his creator, the creature experiences rejection and isolation, leading to a quest for revenge against Frankenstein. The novel delves into the moral and ethical implications of scientific exploration and the responsibilities of creators towards their creations. Shelley's work raises questions about the limits of human knowledge and the potential dangers of playing God. The text is structured through a series of letters and first-person narratives, providing multiple perspectives on the unfolding tragedy. Frankenstein remains a powerful commentary on the human condition and the pursuit of knowledge, resonating with readers and scholars for its exploration of complex themes and its cautionary tale of change and hubris.

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