Frankenstein

Frankenstein is an early science fiction novel by Mary Shelley about a scientist and the creature he makes.

In Stories and Books

Mary Shelley published Frankenstein in 1818. The story asks what responsibilities inventors have for what they create.

Why Readers Remember It

Many people call it one of the first science fiction novels. The creature is often misunderstood in popular movies compared with the book.

Fun Facts

• Mary Shelley published Frankenstein in 1818.
• The story asks what responsibilities inventors have for what they create.
• Many people call it one of the first science fiction novels.
• The creature is often misunderstood in popular movies compared with the book.

Did You Know?

Stories about Frankenstein can help readers ask big questions while still enjoying adventure and imagination.