Frankenstein

Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” stands as a towering classic of Gothic literature, a timeless exploration of scientific ambition, the consequences of playing god, and the complexities of humanity. Written when Shelley was just eighteen, this novel unfolds as a chilling tale of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist consumed by the desire to conquer death.

As Victor breathes life into his grotesque creation, he unwittingly unleashes a chain of tragic events that challenge the boundaries of morality and the hubris of unchecked scientific experimentation. The creature, rejected by its creator and society, becomes a symbol of the monstrous consequences of unchecked ambition and societal prejudice.

Published in 1818, “Frankenstein” endures as a cautionary tale that probes the moral dimensions of scientific discovery and the profound responsibilities that accompany it. This edition, with insightful annotations, invites readers to delve into the profound and haunting world crafted by Mary Shelley—a world that continues to spark contemplation on the ethical dilemmas of creation and the essence of what it means to be human.