Frankenstein is a novel by Mary Shelley, first published in 1818. It tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a grotesque, sapient creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. Victor is driven by ambition and a desire to create life, and his experiment succeeds. However, the creature he creates is rejected by society and Victor, and is forced to live a life of loneliness and despair. The creature eventually seeks revenge on Victor, leading to a tragic end for both of them. The novel explores themes of ambition, loneliness, and the consequences of playing God. It is considered to be one of the earliest examples of science fiction, and has been adapted into numerous films, plays, and other media.
By Mary Shelley · First published 1818 · Genre: Gothic fiction, Romanticism, Science fiction · 27 chapters