Frankenstein (The Original 1818 'Uncensored' Edition)
Exploring the Darker Side of Human Nature and Scientific Ambition in 1818 Gothic ClassicBy Mary Shelley
Length7h 51m
About this audiobook
Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' (The Original 1818 'Uncensored' Edition) emerges as a groundbreaking exploration of creation, responsibility, and the human condition, articulated through a Gothic lens that melds horror with philosophical inquiry. The narrative follows Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist whose ambition leads him to create life from inanimate matter, ultimately resulting in a creature that embodies both a yearning for companionship and a spiraling descent into despair and vengeance. Shelley's prose is characterized by its eloquent language and intricate structure, blending letters and first-person narratives to convey an intense psychological depth and moral complexity that reflects the tensions of the Enlightenment and the Romantic ethos. Mary Shelley, born to philosophical parents and a noted literary figure in her own right, conceived this seminal work at just eighteen years old during the summer of 1816 in Geneva, amid discussions with luminaries such as Lord Byron. Her experiences, including the loss of her mother and her tumultuous relationship with poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, informed her exploration of existential themes and the ramifications of unfettered ambition, framing the creature as a powerful metaphor for societal alienation and the dangers of unchecked scientific exploration. 'Frankenstein' stands as a profound commentary on the ethical boundaries of science and the quest for identity, making it a must-read for anyone interested in literature that challenges societal norms and explores the intricacies of creation and destruction. Shelley's text continues to resonate in contemporary discussions about technology and morality, inviting readers to reflect on the consequences of their pursuits.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Horror
Length7 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 19, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
16CHAPTER THREE
2PREFACE
17CHAPTER FOUR
3LETTER ONE
18CHAPTER FIVE
4LETTER TWO
19CHAPTER SIX
5LETTER THREE
20CHAPTER SEVEN
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6LETTER FOUR
21CHAPTER EIGHT
7CHAPTER ONE
22CHAPTER NINE
8CHAPTER TWO
23CHAPTER ONE
9CHAPTER THREE
24CHAPTER TWO
10CHAPTER FOUR
25CHAPTER THREE
11CHAPTER FIVE
26CHAPTER FOUR
12CHAPTER SIX
27CHAPTER FIVE
13CHAPTER SEVEN
28CHAPTER SIX
14CHAPTER ONE
29CHAPTER SEVEN
15CHAPTER TWO
30WALTON IN CONTINUATION
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