Frankenstein

Frankenstein

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Condition: SECONDHAND

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Author: Mary Shelley
Binding: Hardback
Published: Penguin Books., 2013

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein chronicles the chilling tale of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but hubristic scientist who dares to animate a creature from disparate body parts. This seminal work of Gothic horror and early science fiction presents a profound meditation on the dangers of unchecked scientific ambition and the profound responsibilities that accompany creation. The narrative uncovers the creature's tragic journey of rejection and vengeance, illustrating the devastating impact of societal prejudice and isolation. Shelley masterfully argues for empathy and understanding, detailing the complex moral dilemmas faced by both creator and creation. This enduring classic remains a powerful and suspenseful examination of what it means to be human.

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Description

Author: Mary Shelley
Binding: Hardback
Published: Penguin Books., 2013

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein chronicles the chilling tale of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but hubristic scientist who dares to animate a creature from disparate body parts. This seminal work of Gothic horror and early science fiction presents a profound meditation on the dangers of unchecked scientific ambition and the profound responsibilities that accompany creation. The narrative uncovers the creature's tragic journey of rejection and vengeance, illustrating the devastating impact of societal prejudice and isolation. Shelley masterfully argues for empathy and understanding, detailing the complex moral dilemmas faced by both creator and creation. This enduring classic remains a powerful and suspenseful examination of what it means to be human.