Frankenstein: The 1818 Text
Mary Shelley masterpiece returns to its rawest form in this definitive 1818 edition. The story follows Victor Frankenstein, a driven scientist who discovers the secret of life and assembles a humanoid creature from scavenged parts. Upon witnessing his creation awaken, Victor abandons the being, sparking a tragic cycle of rejection and revenge. This version restores Shelley original vision, offeri…
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