Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus
About this book
*Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus* is an 1818 novel written by English author Mary Shelley. Frankenstein tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a sapient creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. Shelley started writing the story when she was 18, and the first edition was published anonymously in London on 1 January 1818, when she was 20. Her name first appeared in the second edition, which was published in Paris in 1821.
Reader Profile
3.9/5 · 1992244 readers · 324 pages · ≈ 6 h 00 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus?
About ≈ 6 h 00 m — 324 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus?
324 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus?
It sits on the Classics, Science, Drama shelves.
Has Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include Frankenstein (2025), Victor Frankenstein (2016), Victor Frankenstein (2015), Frankenstein (2015).
Is Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus?
The main characters include Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (1797-1851).
Where does Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus take place?
It is set in Geneva (Switzerland), St. Petersburgh, Archangel during 1700s.
Who wrote Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus?
Mary Shelley.
Where can I read Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library