Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus is a novel written by Mary
Shelley (1797-1851) that tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young
scientist who creates a hideous sapient creature in an unorthodox
scientific experiment.Considered the first true science fiction novel,
Frankenstein has been well-received and studied since its first
publication.The novel has given rise to many questions that can be
linked to today's culture. The evolution of man and the extent to which
man collects knowledge can ultimately backfire and fail to produce any
good outcomes was the message the author had aimed to put forth.