Frankenstein

Frankenstein is an iconic gothic novel written by Mary Shelley and published in 1818. It is considered one of the earliest and most influential works of science fiction literature, and it has been adapted into countless films, television shows, and plays. The novel tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a grotesque creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. The novel begins with a series of letters from Robert Walton, an explorer, to his sister. In the letters, Walton recounts how he rescued a man from the ice of the Arctic Ocean and was told his story. The man is Victor Frankenstein, who tells Walton of his life, including the creation of his creature. Victor, a student of science, discovers the secret of life and creates a humanoid creature from the body parts of dead corpses. When the creature comes to life, Victor is horrified by its hideous appearance, and he flees from it in horror. The creature, abandoned and rejected by his creator, is filled with rage and resentment. He begins to wreak havoc on Victor’s life, killing his loved ones and destroying his life. Victor eventually tracks down the creature and confronts him, hoping to make up for his wrongdoings. The creature’s story is also explored in the novel. He is rejected by society, and his loneliness and isolation lead him to become bitter and vengeful. He begs Victor to create a companion for him, but Victor refuses. The creature is eventually driven to commit further acts of violence and destruction until Victor finally agrees to create a female creature. Frankenstein is a timeless classic, and its themes of science, technology, and morality are still relevant today. Its exploration of the consequences of tampering with nature and the consequences of unchecked ambition still resonates with readers around the world. The novel is a cautionary tale of the dangers of playing God and serves as a reminder of the importance of responsibility in scientific pursuits.