Frankenstein (The Original 1818 'Uncensored' Edition)

Frankenstein (The Original 1818 'Uncensored' Edition)

by Mary Shelley
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 19/12/2023

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Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' (The Original 1818 'Uncensored' Edition) emerges as a groundbreaking exploration of creation, responsibility, and the human condition, articulated through a Gothic lens that melds horror with philosophical inquiry. The narrative follows Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist whose ambition leads him to create life from inanimate matter, ultimately resulting in a creature that embodies both a yearning for companionship and a spiraling descent into despair and vengeance. Shelley's prose is characterized by its eloquent language and intricate structure, blending letters and first-person narratives to convey an intense psychological depth and moral complexity that reflects the tensions of the Enlightenment and the Romantic ethos. Mary Shelley, born to philosophical parents and a noted literary figure in her own right, conceived this seminal work at just eighteen years old during the summer of 1816 in Geneva, amid discussions with luminaries such as Lord Byron. Her experiences, including the loss of her mother and her tumultuous relationship with poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, informed her exploration of existential themes and the ramifications of unfettered ambition, framing the creature as a powerful metaphor for societal alienation and the dangers of unchecked scientific exploration. 'Frankenstein' stands as a profound commentary on the ethical boundaries of science and the quest for identity, making it a must-read for anyone interested in literature that challenges societal norms and explores the intricacies of creation and destruction. Shelley's text continues to resonate in contemporary discussions about technology and morality, inviting readers to reflect on the consequences of their pursuits.

ISBN:
8596547783626
8596547783626
Category:
Horror & ghost stories
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
19-12-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
GoodPress
Mary Shelley

Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley was born on August 30, 1797, into a life of personal tragedy. In 1816, she married the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, and that summer traveled with him and a host of other Romantic intellectuals to Geneva.

Her greatest achievement was piecing together one of the most terrifying and renowned stories of all time: Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus. Shelley conceived Frankenstein in, according to her, "a waking dream."

This vision was simply of a student kneeling before a corpse brought to life. Yet this tale of a mad creator and his abomination has inspired a multitude of storytellers and artists. She died on February 1, 1851.,

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