Frankenstein

The story was perfect,the book came in the best condition possible i can't locate a single flaw

No words just masterpiece

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Coming from one of the most authentic authoress of the British Romantic Age, Mary Shelly's Frankenstein delves into the repercussions of thirst for knowledge. The plot starts with an epistle of Walton to his sister describing his sea voyage and the story of rescued man called Victor Frankenstein whose knowledge of Natural Philosophy and chemistry makes him a creator of a "Daemon". He relates his story of making this creature who turned his life upside-down. As unbiased as it is, Mary Shelley also gets into the mind and experience of the creature. Though of eight feet, the creature is a new born child who was abandoned without any speech and knowledge of the world. The creature suffers in the hands of the country people, even from the people he has called "my protectors". When disregarded and ill treated by the people he loved, he follows his creator to make a deal with him. But when Frankenstein, out of human instinct, didn't abide to his demand, the creature goes mad with rage and starts killing the people Frankenstein loves. Towards the end when Frankenstein dies in Walton's ship, the creature, having no more purpose of life, goes away. From a reader's perspective, both the characters were well written and well developed. No one can be blamed for their endeavors. They have done what they thought would be the right thing to do. I have my sympathy for Victor Frankenstein but my heart cried for the creature. He has suffering having no fault of his own. The creature was more humane than humans. He has sympathy for everyone even though he has killed people out of sheer rage. The theme of Alienation is so powerfully depicted through the experience of the creature. Even though written 150 years before the concept of existentialism and absurdism were developed, this novel is concerned with mid-20th Century world. Involuntarily, Mary Shelley has prophesied the future of the succeeding generation. Undoubtedly this book has won over hearts all over the world and maintained its value and intensity for three centuries and will keep doing it for the centuries to come.

Good quality. Delivered even before expected time .

Got a different cover. Great quality though.

crazy book , must read

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley is a science fiction novel that explores life, death and the monstrosity of humankind. Victor, in the quest for knowledge(or dangerous obsession for ambition) created a monster,but was it really a monster?? The story showcased the yearning for companionship, the desire for acceptance and belonging and what does a little kindness can't fix, only if each one could get an equal share of it! The sync between character's emotions and the changing season is so good and poignant, spring for the happy cheery vibe and winters, quite the opposite. The switch in narrations added an exquisite touch to the story, making it even more captivating. What makes Frankenstein a must-read book is how the author beautifully expresses emotions with just a few words.

It’s a classic story about misery, badness, love, grief. If you are looking for learn about human feeling, this is a great reading.

Very good quality, looks lovely on our bookshelf.

“Frankenstein has done more than any other story to define the anxieties of modern life. But it’s what it tells us about compassion that we need now more than ever.”, by Rebecca Lawrence (BBC Culture - June 13, 2018) If you think that because you have watched the movie adaptations you can skip this book, then you don’t know what you are missing. The movie obscured Shelley’s intentions. This is not a horror book. It’s a drama at its finest. The writing is fascinating! And if you add the audiobook narrated by Dan Stevens you will be transported to the era and be totally involved in the emotional rollercoaster. The writing is complex and vivid and expresses the anguish of both monster and creator. I thought the story was exceptionally well told and the writing definitely brought it to life. What I enjoyed the most is that we have the monster’s perspective. What an incredible imagination! The author was 18 years old and this book was written in 1818, so take that into consideration. What a great read!

Buena edición y buen libro

Perfect Mary Shelley. I love Coppola's films. Never a disappointment. DeNiro was brilliant. Much better and true to the story than Boris. Sorry Boris . Coppola's Dracula is equally as brilliant and beautiful.