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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... endeavored to preserve the truth of the ele- mentary principles of human nature , while I have not scru- pled to innovate upon their combinations . The " Iliad , " the tragic poetry of Greece ; Shakspeare , in the " Tempest " and ...
... endeavored to preserve the truth of the ele- mentary principles of human nature , while I have not scru- pled to innovate upon their combinations . The " Iliad , " the tragic poetry of Greece ; Shakspeare , in the " Tempest " and ...
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... endeavored to win his confidence ; and I trust that I have suc- ceeded . One day I mentioned to him the desire I had always felt of finding a friend who might sympathize with me , and direct me by his counsel . I said I did not belong ...
... endeavored to win his confidence ; and I trust that I have suc- ceeded . One day I mentioned to him the desire I had always felt of finding a friend who might sympathize with me , and direct me by his counsel . I said I did not belong ...
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... endeavored to renew the spirit of cheerfulness in our little society . Since the death of her aunt , her mind had ... endeavoring to contribute to the happiness of others , entirely forgetful of herself . The day of my departure at ...
... endeavored to renew the spirit of cheerfulness in our little society . Since the death of her aunt , her mind had ... endeavoring to contribute to the happiness of others , entirely forgetful of herself . The day of my departure at ...
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Frankenstein, Or, The Modern Prometheus Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley,Mary Shelley Limited preview - 1993 |
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