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Frankenstein: Or, The Modern Prometheus

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is a seminal work of Gothic fiction that delves into the ethical implications of scientific advancement. The narrative follows the protagonist, Victor Frankenstein, as he constructs a creature in the likeness of a human being, only to face the tragic consequences of his actions. more

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