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Which genre is Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' often recognized as?
Who is the narrator in the beginning of the novel?
What books does the monster read?
How old is Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'?
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What is the monster's name in Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'?
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What is the genre of Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein"?
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Who is the narrator in the beginning of the novel?
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Study Notes
Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'
- Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' is often recognized as a Gothic novel, specifically as the first science fiction novel.
- The narrator in the beginning of the novel is Robert Walton, an explorer.
- The monster reads John Milton's 'Paradise Lost', Plutarch's 'Lives', and the 'Sorrows of Werter' by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
- Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' was published in 1818, making it over 200 years old.
- The monster is not named Frankenstein, but rather is commonly referred to as the creature or monster; Frankenstein is actually the name of the scientist, Victor Frankenstein, who created the monster.
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- The novel blends elements of horror, romance, and science fiction to create a unique genre.
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Test your knowledge on Mary Shelley's iconic novel, Frankenstein, with this quiz! From the Arctic explorer's letters to the captivating story of Victor Frankenstein, see how well you know this timeless tale of creation and its consequences.
