{"product_id":"9781840228342","title":"Frankenstein","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankenstein\u003c\/strong\u003e, penned by Mary Shelley, is a seminal work of gothic literature that delves into the complexities of creation and the responsibilities that come with it. The narrative centres on Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but ambitious scientist whose obsession with transcending natural boundaries leads him to assemble a creature from the remains of the dead. This act of hubris results in dire consequences as Victor, horrified by his own creation, abandons the being, setting off a tragic chain of events.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the creature awakens to a world that rejects him, he embarks on a quest for belonging and understanding. However, his longing for acceptance transforms into rage and vengeance against Victor, who has denied him the companionship he desperately seeks. The novel unfolds through a series of letters and narratives, revealing the profound impact of isolation and the destructive power of unbridled ambition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmbition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pursuit of knowledge and the consequences of playing God.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both Victor and his creature suffer from profound loneliness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The quest for identity and the need for acceptance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMary Shelley’s evocative prose and intricate character development invite readers to ponder the ethical implications of scientific advancement and the essence of humanity. \u003cstrong\u003eFrankenstein\u003c\/strong\u003e remains a compelling exploration of the duality of creation and destruction, making it a timeless classic that resonates with contemporary themes in literature and society.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wordsworth Editions Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481702949196,"sku":"9781840228342","price":89.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781840228342_front.webp?v=1765302621","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-dk\/products\/9781840228342","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}