Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

The Modern Prometheus

This classic novel tells the story of a young scientist who creates a grotesque but sentient creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. The scientist, horrified by his creation, abandons it, leading the creature to seek revenge. The novel explores themes of ambition, responsibility, guilt, and the potential consequences of playing God.

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Published
1818
Nationality
British
Length
Medium
Pages
280-320
Original Language
English
Avg User Rating
(4.1)
Alternate Titles
- Frankenstein Mary Shelly
- Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus
- The Modern Prometheus
- Франкенштейн

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