Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus
Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus
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This is a terrifying and dark story about a brilliant scientist and his terrifying creation. Victor Frankenstein uncovered the secret of life's origins and learned to animate lifeless matter. He dreamed of conquering death and created a monster from corpse parts. However, his desire for fame and recognition led to horrifyingly tragic consequences...
The concept and initial episodes of the novel "Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus" (1818) arose as an improvisation on a given theme—a writing session of horror stories initiated by Lord Byron at the Swiss Villa Diodati in the summer of 1816. The image of the monster created by the protagonist appeared to the author, eighteen-year-old Englishwoman Mary Shelley, in a nightmare. However, despite the young age of the aspiring writer and the almost accidental circumstances of the book's creation, "Frankenstein" was destined to become a landmark in national and world literature.
A classic of science fiction, a masterpiece of romantic gothic, an original philosophical novel, a source of iconic images in modern cultural mythology—these are just a few of the common descriptions of this impressive literary debut. The author's tragic plot has spawned numerous imitations, adaptations, and sequels—in fiction, drama, theater, and, of course, film.
This edition is thoroughly annotated.
The concept and initial episodes of the novel "Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus" (1818) arose as an improvisation on a given theme—a writing session of horror stories initiated by Lord Byron at the Swiss Villa Diodati in the summer of 1816. The image of the monster created by the protagonist appeared to the author, eighteen-year-old Englishwoman Mary Shelley, in a nightmare. However, despite the young age of the aspiring writer and the almost accidental circumstances of the book's creation, "Frankenstein" was destined to become a landmark in national and world literature.
A classic of science fiction, a masterpiece of romantic gothic, an original philosophical novel, a source of iconic images in modern cultural mythology—these are just a few of the common descriptions of this impressive literary debut. The author's tragic plot has spawned numerous imitations, adaptations, and sequels—in fiction, drama, theater, and, of course, film.
This edition is thoroughly annotated.
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