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Relativity: The Special & General Theory · July 27 · 8 hr

Frankenstein or The Modern Prometheus 1818 - Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

"Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus" is a groundbreaking novel by Mary Shelley that explores the consequences of man's quest for knowledge and the ethical dilemmas of creation. Written when Shelley was just 18, the story follows Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who creates a powerful being in his own image, inadvertently unleashing a series of tragic events. This tale serves as a poignant warning against the dangers of unchecked ambition and the moral responsibilities that accompany scientific advancement, themes that resonate profoundly in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape.

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"Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus" is a groundbreaking novel by Mary Shelley that explores the consequences of man's quest for knowledge and the ethical dilemmas of creation. Written when Shelley was just 18, the story follows Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who creates a powerful being in his own image, inadvertently unleashing a series of tragic events. This tale serves as a poignant warning against the dangers of unchecked ambition and the moral responsibilities that accompany scientific advancement, themes that resonate profoundly in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape.