Frankenstein

Mary Shelley

In the story, Victor Frankenstein recounts his life from a curious child in Geneva, deeply fascinated by the mysteries of science, to a driven young man at university in Ingolstadt, where he ambitiously creates a living being from lifeless matter. However, the grotesque appearance of his creation horrifies Victor, compelling him to abandon it. Shunned by society, the lonely and intelligent creature becomes embittered and seeks vengeance against his creator for his miserable existence, leading to tragic repercussions for Victor and his loved ones. The narrative delves into themes of ambition, the consequences of usurping nature, and the impacts of isolation and rejection on the creature, who, despite initial innocence, is driven to commit dire acts.