A twisted, upside-down creation myth that gave birth to the modern science fiction novel
Frankenstein, Mary Shelley's chilling Gothic tale, lays bare the dark side of science, and the horror within us all. Written after a nightmare Mary Shelley was only eighteen, this book gave birth to the modern science fiction novel.
Set against the backdrop of Europe in the late 18th century, Frankenstein explores themes of scientific ethics, the nature of monstrosity, and the consequences of playing god. The book follows the ambitious scientist Victor Frankenstein who plunders graveyards to create a human-like creature from reanimated body parts, driven by his desire to overcome death and unlock the secrets of life. Frankenstein is often considered a reflection of the cultural and scientific anxieties of the time, with the Industrial Revolution and advancements in science raising questions about the ethical boundaries of scientific exploration.
Despite first being published in 1818, this novel remains relevant today, prompting discussions on the consequences of unchecked ambition and societal rejection of the “other.” This seminal work is perfect for fans of the Gothic and science fiction genres.
By:
Mary Shelley
Edited by:
Tom Butler-Bowdon
Imprint: Capstone Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 204mm,
Width: 134mm,
Spine: 34mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9781907312588
ISBN 10: 1907312587
Series: Capstone Classics
Pages: 350
Publication Date: 30 September 2024
Audience:
General/trade
,
ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming
Introduction by Dr Anne Delong IX Frankenstein: Or, the Modern Prometheus xxvii Introduction by Mary Shelley, 1831 edition xxix Preface by Percy Bysshe Shelley, 1818 xxxix Letters I–IV xliii Chapter I 1 Chapter II 9 Chapter III 19 Chapter IV 29 Chapter V 39 Chapter VI 49 Chapter VII 59 Chapter VIII 73 Chapter IX 85 Chapter X 95 Chapter XI 105 Chapter XII 117 Chapter XIII 127 Chapter xiv 135 Chapter xv 143 Chapter xvi 155 Chapter xvii 167 Chapter xviii 175 Chapter xix 187 Chapter xx 197 Chapter xxi 209 Chapter xxii 223 Chapter xxiii 237 Chapter xxiv 247
