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Frankenstein

Mary Shelley

Narrator Dyson Hix

Publisher: Dallas Tanner

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Summary

Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but obsessive young scientist, becomes consumed by the desire to unlock the secrets of life. Driven by curiosity and a thirst for knowledge, he dedicates himself to reanimating dead tissue, ultimately creating a living creature from assembled body parts. However, upon bringing his "monster" to life, Victor is overwhelmed by horror and guilt at the creature’s grotesque appearance. He abandons his creation, but the creature, rejected and alone, begins a tragic journey of suffering and vengeance. As the creature seeks acceptance and understanding, he inadvertently causes a series of devastating events, leading Victor to face the terrible consequences of his reckless pursuit of knowledge. Haunted by his creation and its destructive actions, Victor’s obsession transforms into a relentless quest for justice and redemption, revealing the dangers of unchecked scientific ambition and the profound responsibilities that come with playing God.
Duration: about 7 hours (07:14:43)
Publishing date: 2026-01-09; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —