Synopses & Reviews
Mary Shelleyand#8217;s groundbreaking classicand#151;begun as a ghost story for friendsand#151;is a potent blend of science fiction and horror that has inspired countless movie and other adaptations. Nothing, however, equals the depth and beauty of Shelleyand#8217;s original, which emains as relevant as ever. In his arrogance, Dr. Victor Frankenstein dreams of discovering the very secret of lifeand#133;and he succeeds, bringing a new creature into existence. But should man ever play Godand#151;and if he does, what does he owe his creation?