Frankenstein
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Frankenstein
FRANKENSTEIN Frontispiece and Title Page to Mary Shelleys novel
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1818 Creation Elisabeth Frankenstein Frontis Piece Monster Shelley Skull Title Victor
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative frontispiece and title page, taken from Mary Shelley's groundbreaking novel "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus," published in 1818, offers a chilling introduction to one of the most enduring stories in literary history. The image of a human skull, surrounded by the chaotic swirls of creation, sets the stage for the tale of Victor Frankenstein's obsession with bringing life to an inanimate being. The title, boldly emblazoned above the skull, bears the name of its young author, Mary Shelley, who penned the novel at the tender age of 18. The haunting image of the skull, with its hollow eye sockets and gaping mouth, serves as a stark reminder of the moral and ethical complexities that lie at the heart of the story. The image of the monster, created from the reanimated body parts of the deceased, looms large over the narrative, forcing readers to grapple with the implications of playing God and the consequences of unchecked scientific ambition. The title page also includes the names of Shelley's publishers, Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme, and the date of publication, 1818. The book's subtitle, "The Modern Prometheus," alludes to the ancient Greek myth of Prometheus, who stole fire from the gods and brought it to humanity, only to be punished for his transgression. Shelley's Frankenstein can be seen as a modern retelling of this myth, exploring the themes of creation, knowledge, and the consequences of playing with the forces of nature. This frontispiece and title page, with its haunting imagery and intriguing title, offers a tantalizing glimpse into the world of Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," a novel that continues to captivate and inspire readers more than 200 years after its publication.
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