Frankenstein (illustrated)
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
Belletristik/Erzählende Literatur
Beschreibung
Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a timeless masterpiece that pioneered the science fiction genre. Originally published in 1818, this Gothic novel delves into the themes of human ambition, ethical responsibility, and the unintended consequences of scientific exploration.
Follow Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist driven by an unyielding thirst for knowledge, as he pushes the boundaries of life and death, creating a being with tragic consequences. Set against a backdrop of icy Arctic landscapes and stormy Gothic settings,
Frankenstein is both a cautionary tale and a deep exploration of human emotion and morality.
This edition preserves the original text of the 1818 publication, formatted for modern readers while staying true to Mary Shelley's extraordinary vision.
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