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Frankenstein: Or The Modern Prometheus': The 1818 Text (Oxford World'S Classics)
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By The Dim And Yellow Light Of The Moon, As It Forced Its Way Through The Windowshutters, I Beheld The Wretchthe Miserable Monster Whom I Had Created. He Held Up The Curtain Of The Bed; And His Eyes, If Eyes They May Be Called, Were Fixed On Me. His Jaws Opened...Frankenstein Is The Most Celebrated Horror Story Ever Written. It Tells The Dreadful Tale Of Victor Frankenstein, A Visionary Young Student Of Natural Philosophy, Who Discovers The Secret Of Life. In The Grip Of His Obsession He Constructs A Being From Dead Body Parts, And Animates This Creature. The Results, For Victor And For His Family, Are Catastrophic.Written When Mary Shelley Was Just Eighteen, Frankenstein Was Inspired By The Ghost Stories And Vogue For Gothic Literature That Fascinated The Romantic Writers Of Her Time. She Transformed These Supernatural Elements An Epic Parable That Warned Against The Threats To Humanity Posed By Accelerating Technological Progress.Published For The 200Th Anniversary, This Edition, Based On The Original 1818 Text, Explains In Detail The Turbulent Intellectual Context In Which Shelley Was Writing, And Also Investigates How Her Novel Has Since Become A Byword For Controversial Practices In Science And Medicine, From Manipulating Ecosystems To Vivisection And Genetic Modification. As An Iconic Study Of Power, Creativity, And, Ultimately, What It Is To Be Human, Frankenstein Continues To Shape Our Thinking In Profound Ways To This Day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Frankenstein? A: The main theme of Frankenstein revolves around the consequences of unchecked ambition and the pursuit of knowledge, highlighting the moral and ethical dilemmas associated with scientific exploration and human creativity.
- Q: Who is the author of Frankenstein and what is her significance? A: Frankenstein is authored by Mary Shelley, who is significant as one of the pioneers of Gothic literature and science fiction, having written this novel at just eighteen years old.
- Q: What is the format of this edition of Frankenstein? A: This edition of Frankenstein is published in paperback format and includes the original 1818 text, offering readers an authentic experience of Shelley's work.
- Q: How many pages are in this edition of Frankenstein? A: This edition contains 304 pages, providing a comprehensive reading experience of the classic novel.
- Q: Is Frankenstein suitable for young readers? A: Frankenstein contains themes of horror and supernatural elements, which may not be suitable for very young readers. Parental discretion is advised.
- Q: What kind of literary analysis does this edition include? A: This edition includes analysis of the turbulent intellectual context in which Mary Shelley wrote, as well as an investigation into the novel's impact on discussions of ethics in science and medicine.
- Q: When was this edition of Frankenstein published? A: This edition of Frankenstein was published on January 1, 2020, marking the 200th anniversary of the novel's original release.
- Q: What genre does Frankenstein belong to? A: Frankenstein is classified under the Horror & Supernatural genre, making it a classic in both horror literature and Gothic fiction.
- Q: Can I find this edition of Frankenstein in other formats? A: While this listing is for the paperback edition, Frankenstein is also available in various formats including hardcover and digital versions.
- Q: What makes Frankenstein a relevant read today? A: Frankenstein remains relevant today as it explores themes of technology, ethics, and what it means to be human, prompting discussions on modern scientific practices and their implications.