This "Norton Critical Edition" of "Frankenstein" contains the 1818 first edition text. Only the obvious typographical errors have been corrected. The book also includes writings by Mary Shelley, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Lord Byron and John William Polidori, enabling the reader to place the novel in its historical context. Six 19th-century responses to the novel illustrate contemporary reactions, whilst 12 modern critical essays cover the different aspects (psychoanalytic, mythic, feminist) of the work.
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This "Norton Critical Edition" of "Frankenstein" contains the 1818 first edition text. Only the obvious typographical errors have been corrected. The book also includes writings by Mary Shelley, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Lord Byron and John William Polidori, enabling the reader to place the novel in its historical context. Six 19th-century responses to the novel illustrate contemporary reactions, whilst 12 modern critical essays cover the different aspects (psychoanalytic, mythic, feminist) of the work.
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The funny thing about Victor Frankenstein and his monster is that while the monster lives, Victor does not. He resides so deeply within his own obsessive, guilt-plaugued mind that he forgets to live his life. Neglecting his loved ones, neglecting his creation, he rides a spiral ever downward. Had I been standing in the same room with him, I would have slapped him.
This is the first time I've read Frankenstein although I've seen the movies. The book is much different and you owe it to yourself to read it. At a couple hundred pages, it goes quickly. Shelley alludes to many themes throughout her work; the idea that one shouldn't aspire to be greater than one's own nature; the idea that we have a responsibility to the life we bring into the world; the idea that science for its own sake is wrong.
This story really reminds me of Genesis - the characters living the 'bliss' of their wealthly lives, enjoying all goodness and grace that has been provided until naughty Victor eats from the Tree of Knowledge. Suddenly he knows how truly wretched he is, and he takes everyone else with him as he is evicted from the Garden.
Meanwhile, what about the monster? The monster is more a child than anything else, ruled by passion and ultimately rage. At times I couldn't decide whether I found Victor or his creation more the monster. I certainly liked Victor less, and at least the monster could be decisive. But in the end, the child without guidance becomes a homicidal fiend. I wondered why Frankenstein couldn't have started with a cow instead of a man.
My takeaway: forget life after death. I think this book reminds us that there should life during life. If you are alive, be at peace and enjoy it. And if you enjoy horror, read Frankenstein.
FanOfTimeLifeBooks
Nov 26, 2011
An Obsession Gone Awry
Frankenstein is one of the great classics of horror literature. Wanting to overcome death and disease, Victor Frankenstein seeks to create life. In the process he builds a monster from graveyards and slaughter houses. The monster comes to life and wants to be loved. However, the monster's unpleasant appearance makes it difficult for others to show compassion. The only person who offers any sort of kindness is blind. The monster eventually stalks and torments its creator. Ironically, Frankenstein loses some of his loved ones at the hands of the powerful monster he created. Though this version from the Treasury of Illustrated Classics is an adaptation designed for younger readers, it is still a powerful and compelling story. The book concludes with a short biographical profile of Mary Shelley. Highly recommended.
Michael M
Jun 30, 2011
Great Book
Never read Frankenstein before only saw the various movies that were produced. I found the book more insightful and the story better told.
Louise
Apr 17, 2011
The Modern Prometheus
Once this story starts rolling, it is very difficult to put down. The story is woven in such a way that you become absorbed in the narrative. I had seen the movies but the only one that comes close is the Kenneth Branaugh Version with Robert deNiro playing the Monster. But the book is definately better than any movie version. The descriptions are wonderful. The handling of a subject matter that would have been way beyond the authors knowledge of the time is bluffed very well. The ending is ambiguous and may be the least satisfying if you are into Good vs. Evil and Good wins stereotype endings. Nonetheless, this is a timeless classic, which covers topics highly discussed and written about in the 21st century.