Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft
Frankenstein: Or, the Modern Prometheus (Wordsworth Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781853260230
- author:
- Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wordsworth Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1992
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- 19th century fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Frankenstein, Or, The Modern Prometheus is a masterpiece of gothic horror that has enthralled readers for two centuries. Written by Mary Shelley, this novel is a gripping blend of science fiction, mystery, and thriller.
The story revolves around Victor Frankenstein's obsessive dream of creating life from death, driven by his experiments with alchemy and science. The creature, once brought to life, turns against its creator, plunging the novel into tragedy. Shelley's elegant prose and surreal imagery weave a dark and complex tale that continues to appeal to readers.
First published in 1818, Frankenstein remains a powerful and thought-provoking work that has inspired numerous adaptations in film, television, and theatre. This edition, published in 1993, offers a fresh and accessible introduction to Shelley's enduring masterpiece.
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