Review:
Frankenstein (novel)
overall review score: 4.5
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Frankenstein is a novel written by Mary Shelley, first published in 1818. It tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a grotesque creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment.
Key Features
- Gothic fiction
- Themes of science and ethics
- Exploration of the consequences of playing god
- Told through multiple narrators
Pros
- Thought-provoking exploration of moral and ethical dilemmas
- Classic work that has had a lasting impact on literature and popular culture
Cons
- Can be dense and slow-paced for some readers
- Themes of isolation and loneliness may be depressing for some