Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus
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Summary
«Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus» is a novel written by Mary Shelley. It tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a sentient being through an extraordinary scientific experiment. Victor assembles a body from corpse parts and brings it to life, but his creation spirals out of control. Deprived of love and societal acceptance, the creature becomes a monster and begins to pursue its creator, demanding a companion. The tragedies that befall Frankenstein and his loved ones unfold against a backdrop of questions about science, ethics, responsibility, and human loneliness.
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Last updated: 14 July 2024
———Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus
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Genre: Classical literature