Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus

The 1818 edition of Mary Shelley's iconic Gothic novel presents the author's original vision of a story that explores the consequences of unchecked scientific ambition through the character of Frankenstein's monster. As a pioneering work of science fiction, it delves into themes of creation and responsibility, serving as a cautionary tale about the perils of playing God. This edition, published anonymously, contrasts with later, more sanitized revisions, preserving the raw intensity of Shelley's groundbreaking narrative.