Frankenstein
Subtitle: character studies
By: David Higgins.
Series: Continuum character studies
Publisher: Continuum
Published: 2008
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 108
ISBN-13: 9780826494368; 9780826494375
Subjects: Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, -- 1797-1851; Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, -- 1797-1851 -- Characters -- Frankenstein; Frankenstein (Fictitious character); Horror tales, English -- History and criticism
Description: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is one of the most widely read novels of all time. Its two central characters, the scientist Victor Frankenstein and the being he creates, have gained mythic status in their own right. Engaging with the novel's characterization is crucial to gaining a real understanding of its themes and contexts, including education, gender difference, imperialism, personal identity, revolutionary politics, and science. This study includes: an introductory overview of the novel, including a brief account of its historical and literary contexts; its reception history; discussion of the major themes and narrative structure; detailed analysis of, the representation of main characters, such as Walton, Frankenstein, and the creature; and a conclusion reminding students of the links between the characters and the key themes and issues.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 100-104) and index.