Frankenstein; Or, the Modern Prometheus ( The 1818 Text - The Complete Uncensored Edition - by Mary Shelley ) Hardcover
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Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Erscheinungsdatum
01.04.2025
Verlag
MixtpublishSeitenzahl
196
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/1,4 cm
Gewicht
417 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-80398-636-4
Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus
by Mary Shelley
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is one of the most enduring and influential novels ever written-an extraordinary fusion of Gothic horror, science fiction, romanticism, and philosophy. First published anonymously in 1818 and revised by the author in 1831, Frankenstein introduced readers to the tragic story of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant young scientist who dares to defy nature and divine order by creating life from death. But what he unleashes is no ordinary being-it is a creature of immense strength, deep sensitivity, and growing rage.
This masterpiece is far more than a tale of a monstrous experiment gone wrong. It is a profound meditation on the boundaries of scientific ambition, the responsibilities of creation, and the emotional cost of rejection and isolation. In the world of Frankenstein, the monster is not evil by nature-he is made that way through the neglect and fear of a society that refuses to see his humanity.
Through a complex structure of letters and layered narratives, Shelley brings multiple voices and viewpoints to the forefront-allowing readers to experience both the obsessive torment of Victor and the tragic plight of the creature he abandons. The result is a haunting and poetic exploration of what it means to be human-and what happens when our creations mirror our darkest fears.
Born out of a challenge during a stormy summer among literary greats like Percy Bysshe Shelley and Lord Byron, Frankenstein became the world's first true science fiction novel, long before the genre had a name. Its visionary blend of horror and intellect inspired centuries of literature, film, and philosophy. It raised questions about identity, ethics, technology, and the soul-questions we are still asking today.
This special edition of Frankenstein honors the novel's literary significance with modern design while preserving the chilling atmosphere and psychological complexity that have captivated readers for over two centuries. Whether read as a horror story, a philosophical warning, or a tragic romance, Frankenstein is as relevant now as ever.
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