FAQ About Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
What impact did 'Frankenstein' have on literature and culture?
Frankenstein has had a lasting impact on literature and culture. It established many conventions of the Gothic horror and science fiction genres, addressing themes such as the limits of human ambition and the ethical dimensions of scientific experimentation. The novel's cultural influence extends to depictions in films, plays, and other media, making Frankenstein's monster an iconic figure representing the unintended consequences of human actions.
