217: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein w/ Allison B. Kavey & Lester D. Friedman - A True Crime History Podcast
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Creation and Responsibility in Frankenstein
This chapter explores the intricate themes of creation, rejection, and agency in Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein,' examining the philosophical and ethical implications related to the creature's existence. It delves into historical beliefs about the soul, the impact of Victor Frankenstein's actions, and modern debates around personhood and cloning. Additionally, it discusses the brief nature of the act of creation in the original text compared to its elaborate adaptations, raising questions about knowledge, moral responsibility, and temptation.
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