The tale of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is one that has resonated with many for generations, its tale of man versus monster (is it ever clear who is which?) still incredibly relevant in today’s society. But considering that it was written almost 200 years ago – it was anonymously published in 1818 and Shelley’s name was added five years later in 1823 – how faithful are we to the original story? How well do we remember what the parable was truly about?
Below is an infographic that dives into some facts about Frankenstein, explaining not only the story but also giving a bit of information about Mary Shelley, the main characters of the story, and some interesting statistics that have emerged since the story’s release.
After checking it out, why not tell me how Frankenstein has impacted your life? Is it something that you simply enjoy as a story or does it go deeper and have a personal connection?
Source: Course Hero