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Best Mary Shelley Books

December 2024

Frankenstein

Victor Frankenstein’s obsession with creating life leads him down a dark path of scientific experimentation. As his monstrous creation comes to life, Victor recoils in horror, abandoning his “child” to a cruel world. The creature, shunned by society, seeks revenge on his creator. Shelley’s haunting tale explores the boundaries of science, the nature of humanity, and the consequences of playing God. Her vivid prose and complex characters continue to captivate readers, making this Gothic masterpiece as relevant today as when it was first published in 1818.

Frankenstein, or, the Modern Prometheus

Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist driven by ambition, discovers the secret to creating life. In his fervor, he assembles a creature from stolen body parts, only to be horrified by the result. Abandoned and shunned, the creature embarks on a journey of vengeance against his creator. Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” is a haunting tale of ambition, responsibility, and the monstrous consequences of playing god. A timeless classic that still resonates deeply.