Frankenstein, or, The Modern PrometheusFrankenstein was published in 1818, the work of a 21-year-old genius named Mary Shelley. Hundreds of movies, adaptations, and monster masks later, its reputation remains so lively that the title has become its own word in the English language. Victor Frankenstein, a scientist, discovers the secret of reanimating the dead. After he rejects his hideous creation, not even the farthest poles of the earth will keep his bitter monster from seeking an inhuman revenge. Inspired by a uniquely Romantic view of science’s possibilities, Shelley’s masterpiece ultimately wrestles with the hidden shadows of the human mind. |
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Page 93
... Safie . ' He sat up much longer , conversing with his father ; and , by the frequent repetition of her name , I con- jectured that their lovely guest was the subject of their conversa- tion . I ardently desired to understand them , and ...
... Safie . ' He sat up much longer , conversing with his father ; and , by the frequent repetition of her name , I con- jectured that their lovely guest was the subject of their conversa- tion . I ardently desired to understand them , and ...
Page 96
... Safie had been the cause of their ruin . He was a Turkish merchant , and had inhabited Paris for many years , when , for some reason which I could not learn , he became obnoxious to the government . He was seized and cast into prison ...
... Safie had been the cause of their ruin . He was a Turkish merchant , and had inhabited Paris for many years , when , for some reason which I could not learn , he became obnoxious to the government . He was seized and cast into prison ...
Page 97
... Safie related that her mother was a Christian Arab , seized and made a slave by the Turks ; recommended by her beauty , she had won the heart of the father of Safie , who married her . The young girl spoke in high and enthusiastic terms ...
... Safie related that her mother was a Christian Arab , seized and made a slave by the Turks ; recommended by her beauty , she had won the heart of the father of Safie , who married her . The young girl spoke in high and enthusiastic terms ...
Page 98
... Safie resolved to remain with her father until the moment of his departure , before which time the Turk renewed his promise that she should be united to his deliverer ; and Felix remained with them in expectation of that event ; and in ...
... Safie resolved to remain with her father until the moment of his departure , before which time the Turk renewed his promise that she should be united to his deliverer ; and Felix remained with them in expectation of that event ; and in ...
Page 103
... Safie diffused happiness among its inhabitants ; and I also found that a greater degree of plenty reigned there . Felix and Agatha spent more time in amusement and conversation , and were assisted in their labors by servants . They did ...
... Safie diffused happiness among its inhabitants ; and I also found that a greater degree of plenty reigned there . Felix and Agatha spent more time in amusement and conversation , and were assisted in their labors by servants . They did ...
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