Frankenstein: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein: The Modern Prometheus (Paperback)

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Frankenstein: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein: The Modern Prometheus (Paperback)

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A beautiful, breathtaking horror. The plight of Adam, the monster who commits violence because he was denied the opportunity to love and be loved, has been reproduced countless times - but nothing is as heartbreaking as the original. - Ivy

— Ivy, Book Inc. Berkeley

Frankenstein is a classic. Horror and mystery, wrapped up in the hubris of man taking on the role of God. Frankenstein also known as The Modern Prometheus, has something for everyone in that it's relatable and brings into play many emotion that are a part of the human condition. Although Frankenstein is still Science fiction modern medicine and science is getting close. What lessons can we learn that will come into play today? Dr. Victor Frankenstein creates a monster without regard for consequences. His temptation to play God is all consuming, and it over takes him. What are the consequences? Well I guess you should read this masterpiece and see what you learn from Frankenstein.