Mary Shelley’s poignant exploration of the true depths of human
ambition has had a profound effect on readers since its
conception in 1816. When scientist Victor Frankenstein forms a creature
from the body parts of corpses, thus shattering the perceived limits of
scientific understanding, the consequences are devastating. As
Frankenstein becomes disgusted with his experiment, he thwarts the
creature’s desire for a companion, and what ensues is singularly
chilling.