Frankenstein: The New Prometheus by Mary Shelley

Frankenstein: The New Prometheus

Mary Shelley
243 pages
Vintage Pages Press
Sep 2023
Hardcover
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Unleash the Power of Creation and ConsequencesEnter the world of Mary Shelley's timeless masterpiece, "Frankenstein," as you've never experienced it before. This classic tale of ambition, creation, and the dangers of playing god comes to life in this meticulously crafted paperback edition.In the midst of the scientific fervor of the 19th century, the young and brilliant Victor Frankenstein becomes consumed by an insatiable thirst for knowledge. Driven to challenge the boundaries of life and death, he assembles a creature from lifeless limbs, bringing into being a being that defies both nature and convention.As the lines between creator and creation blur, Victor is faced with the haunting consequences of his actions. The once-proud creator is ensnared in a web of his own making, and the creature he birthed, abandoned and shunned by its maker, seeks to find its place in a world that rejects it. The novel delves into themes of morality, responsibility, and the consequences of unchecked ambition, leaving readers pondering the limits of human endeavor.Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" is a tale that has captivated generations with its exploration of the human desire for knowledge and the price one might pay to attain it. This paperback edition invites you to immerse yourself in Shelley's eloquent prose and poignant storytelling, allowing you to rediscover the chilling tale that laid the foundation for the entire science fiction genre.Whether you are revisiting this literary classic or discovering it for the first time, this edition of "Frankenstein" promises to transport you to a world of scientific intrigue, moral quandaries, and the ethereal boundaries between life and death. Experience the thrill and horror of one of literature's most iconic tales - a cautionary tale of unchecked passion and the enduring struggle between man and the unknown.
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Pages 243
Publisher Vintage Pages Press
Published 2023
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