Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus (eBook, ePUB) - Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft
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Mary Shelley's groundbreaking work, 'Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus' is a masterful blend of gothic horror and science fiction that continues to captivate readers to this day. The novel explores themes of ambition, creation, and the consequences of playing god through the story of Victor Frankenstein and his monstrous creation. Shelley's rich and atmospheric prose, combined with her deep exploration of human nature, makes 'Frankenstein' a timeless classic that transcends generations and genres. Set against the backdrop of the Romantic era, Shelley's work reflects the scientific…mehr

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Mary Shelley's groundbreaking work, 'Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus' is a masterful blend of gothic horror and science fiction that continues to captivate readers to this day. The novel explores themes of ambition, creation, and the consequences of playing god through the story of Victor Frankenstein and his monstrous creation. Shelley's rich and atmospheric prose, combined with her deep exploration of human nature, makes 'Frankenstein' a timeless classic that transcends generations and genres. Set against the backdrop of the Romantic era, Shelley's work reflects the scientific advancements and societal anxieties of the time, offering a compelling commentary on the human condition. Mary Shelley's tumultuous life, marked by tragedy and loss, undoubtedly influenced her creation of 'Frankenstein'. The loss of her own child and the exploration of mortality in her personal life are reflected in the novel's themes of creation and destruction. Shelley's unique perspective as a woman in a male-dominated literary world adds depth to her portrayal of the male protagonist and his pursuit of knowledge and power at any cost. I highly recommend 'Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus' to any reader interested in exploring the darker side of ambition and science, as well as those intrigued by the intersection of morality and technology. Shelley's profound insights and haunting narrative will leave a lasting impact on those who dare to delve into this iconic work.
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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (1797 - 1851) was an English novelist, short story writer, dramatist, essayist, biographer and travel writer, best known for her Gothic novel Frankenstein: or, The Modern Prometheus (1818). She also edited and promoted the works of her husband, the Romantic poet and philosopher Percy Bysshe Shelley. Her father was the political philosopher William Godwin and her mother was the philosopher and feminist Mary Wollstonecraft.
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Süddeutsche Zeitung - Rezension
Süddeutsche Zeitung | Besprechung von 26.11.2016

Mary Shelley
Nicht mal eines Namens wurde das Geschöpf für würdig befunden, immer heißt es nur die Kreatur oder das Monster, Frankensteins Monster. Der Doktor Viktor Frankenstein hatte einen perfekten künstlichen Menschen schaffen wollen, aber was bei seinem Experiment herauskam, war so abschreckend, dass es nirgends zugehörig sein durfte. Der absolute Outsider.
  Wenn er in ein Dorf kam, fielen die Frauen in Ohnmacht, Steine wurden geschleudert. Das naive und empfindsame Monster floh aufs Land und erklärte der menschlichen Spezies den Krieg. Mary Shelleys „Frankenstein“, erschienen 1818, ist ein revolutionäres Buch, das von Identität und Freiheit handelt. Zur Kultfigur wurde das Monster 1931 durch den Film von James Whale – der als Homosexueller ums Außenseiterdasein wusste. Da fingen die Menschen an, sich ihrer eigenen Monstrosität bewusst zu werden. Und so etwas wie sympathy for the monster zu empfinden.
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Mary Shelley: Frankenstein. dtv, 304 Seiten, 8,90 Euro.
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