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Mary Shelley

Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus

Mary ShelleyFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1818

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Mary Shelley

Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1818
Book Details
Pages

280

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 18th century

Publication Year

1818

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15+ years

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Super Short Summary

Victor Frankenstein, a scientist from Geneva, creates a sentient creature during his studies in Ingolstadt. Horrified by his creation, he abandons it, leading the creature to seek revenge on Frankenstein and his loved ones due to isolation and mistreatment. Their ensuing conflict drives them into a relentless, tragic pursuit in the Arctic. The novel includes references to suicide, violent death, and gross physical deformity.

Mysterious

Dark

Melancholic

Unnerving

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.2

1,679,588 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is widely praised for its innovative narrative and profound exploration of human ambition and ethical boundaries. Critics commend its complex characters and Gothic atmosphere. However, some find the pacing uneven and certain plot elements implausible, which detracts from the overall impact. The novel remains a landmark in literary history.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus?

Readers who delight in Gothic fiction, existential themes, and exploring the consequences of unchecked ambition will enjoy Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Fans of Bram Stoker's Dracula or Robert Louis Stevenson's Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde will find similar atmospheres and moral introspections.

4.2

1,679,588 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

280

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 18th century

Publication Year

1818

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15+ years

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