A handsome, affordable edition of the legendary modern classic.
"Enduring power." --The New York Times
Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus, is often referred to as one
the most important literary works of all time. Having been adapted and
reprinted thousands of times, and often cited as the birth of the gothic
novel and the science fiction genre, Frankenstein has captivated
readers for centuries. It is the haunting tale of Victor Frankenstein, a
young scientist who creates a grotesque and cognizant being through a
scientific experiment. "The monster," as it's frequently referred to
throughout the novel, consists of sewn body parts from multiple cadavers
being used for scientific research.
On a dark, stormy night, the creature is brought to life by being
shocked with an electrical current harnessed from a lightning storm. The
novel explores scientific practices such as galvanism, as well as the
ethical repercussions of bringing the deceased back to life.
With its grim, but gripping narrative, Frankenstein is the classic
story of life and death, humanity and monstrosity, and blurring the
lines in between.
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