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Gothic tale of creation turning on its creator.

If you're into the timeless struggles of ethics in science and the complexities of what it means to be human, "Frankenstein" is more than just a horror story. Shelley's rich prose and the deep philosophical questions raised give this classic an enduring appeal. The relationship between Frankenstein and his creation challenges us to consider the consequences of our ambitions and the responsibilities we hold toward our creations.

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Frankenstein, or, The Modern Prometheus

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ISBN: 9780141024448
Publisher: Penguin Classic
Date of Publication: 2006-02-28
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Horror, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Related Topics: Fantasy, Gothic, Science Fiction, Classics
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Where a man plays God the consequences are deadly... Victor Frankenstein is obsessed with the secret of resurrecting the dead. But when he makes a new 'man' out of plundered corpses, his hideous creation fills him with disgust. Rejected by all humanity, the creature sets out to destroy Frankenstein and everyone he loves. And as the monster gets ever closer to his maker, hunter becomes prey in a lethal chase that carries them to the very end of the earth.
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Gothic tale of creation turning on its creator.

If you're into the timeless struggles of ethics in science and the complexities of what it means to be human, "Frankenstein" is more than just a horror story. Shelley's rich prose and the deep philosophical questions raised give this classic an enduring appeal. The relationship between Frankenstein and his creation challenges us to consider the consequences of our ambitions and the responsibilities we hold toward our creations.