Ross Johnson 17/12/07

Pre 1914 Prose: Mary Shelley’s ’’Frankenstein’’

In ’’Frankenstein’’ what message does Mary Shelley have for her readers about the role of scientists in society, and the possible dangers of scientific discoveries?

''Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus'', is a Gothic novel, first published in 1818, by Mary Shelley. Mary Shelley was heavily influenced by the changes that occurred in the early 19 century, spurred on by the Industrial Revolution. At the time huge scientific advancements were taking place. As there was a massive influx of people into the cities the 'classic country life', was turned on its head. Darwin's revelations about the evolution of man, as well as experiments with electricity, that were performed on dead criminals, meant people turned away from religious teachings, believing instead that science held the answer for many of life's big questions.

“Frankenstein's” origins lie in a ghost story contest held......

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Title: Frankenstein
Approximate Word Count: 4296
Approximate Pages: 18 (250 words per double-spaced page)

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