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 46
... opened the gates of the court , which had that night been my asy- lum , and I issued into the streets , pacing them with quick steps , as if I sought to avoid the wretch whom I feared every turning of the street would present to my view ...
... opened the gates of the court , which had that night been my asy- lum , and I issued into the streets , pacing them with quick steps , as if I sought to avoid the wretch whom I feared every turning of the street would present to my view ...
Page 47
... opened , I perceived Henry Clerval , who , on seeing me , instantly sprung out . " My dear Frankenstein , " exclaimed he , " how glad I am to see you ! how fortunate that you should be here at the very moment of my alighting ! " Nothing ...
... opened , I perceived Henry Clerval , who , on seeing me , instantly sprung out . " My dear Frankenstein , " exclaimed he , " how glad I am to see you ! how fortunate that you should be here at the very moment of my alighting ! " Nothing ...
Page 55
... opened my senses ; I became the same happy creature who , a few years ago , loving and beloved by all , had no sorrow or care . When happy , inanimate nature had the power of bestowing on me the most delightful sen- sations . A serene ...
... opened my senses ; I became the same happy creature who , a few years ago , loving and beloved by all , had no sorrow or care . When happy , inanimate nature had the power of bestowing on me the most delightful sen- sations . A serene ...
Page 74
... opened before us , and we began to ascend the mountain that overhangs it . Soon after we entered the valley of Chamo- nix . This valley is more wonderful and sublime , but not so beauti- ful and picturesque as that of Servox , through ...
... opened before us , and we began to ascend the mountain that overhangs it . Soon after we entered the valley of Chamo- nix . This valley is more wonderful and sublime , but not so beauti- ful and picturesque as that of Servox , through ...
Page 88
... opened the door in the morning , appeared greatly astonished on seeing a great pile of wood on the outside . She uttered some words in a loud voice , and the youth joined her , who also expressed surprise . I observed , with pleasure ...
... opened the door in the morning , appeared greatly astonished on seeing a great pile of wood on the outside . She uttered some words in a loud voice , and the youth joined her , who also expressed surprise . I observed , with pleasure ...
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