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Victor Frankenstein confronting the monster he has created. Late 19th century popular edition (cover engraving of "Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus", first published in 1818)
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Victor Frankenstein confronting the monster he has created. Late 19th century popular edition (cover engraving of "Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus", first published in 1818)
535999 Victor Frankenstein confronting the monster he has created. Late 19th century popular edition (cover engraving of "Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus", first published in 1818); Universal History Archive/UIG
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© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1818 Confronting Cover Created Edition Fantastic Animal Fantastic Creature Fantastic Creatures Fiction Frankenstein Late Modern Monstruous Mythical Animal Mythical Beast Mythical Creature Mythical Creatures Popular Prometheus Published Shelley Victor
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In this iconic image from a late 19th-century edition of Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," we see Victor Frankenstein confronting the monstrous creation he has brought to life. The engraving captures the intense moment of reckoning between creator and creature, as Victor grapples with the consequences of his scientific ambition.
The monster looms large in the background, a fantastical and terrifying figure that embodies both Victor's genius and his hubris. With its grotesque features and haunting presence, the creature serves as a powerful symbol of man's capacity for creation and destruction.
Victor's expression is one of shock and horror, reflecting his realization of the grave mistake he has made in playing god. The tension between creator and creation is palpable in this dramatic scene, reminding us of the moral dilemmas at the heart of Shelley's timeless tale.
As we gaze upon this evocative print, we are transported back to a time when science fiction was still in its infancy, exploring themes of identity, responsibility, and ethics. It serves as a poignant reminder that our pursuit of knowledge can have profound consequences – for better or for worse.
This engraving is not just a visual representation of Shelley's classic novel; it is a reflection on human nature itself, inviting us to ponder the limits of our own creativity and ambition.
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