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.

The 38th greatest book of all time


Published
1818
Nationality
British
Type
Fiction
Pages
280-320
Words
78,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus

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