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Frankenstein with Anil Seth and Fiona Sampson

On the Road with Penguin Classics

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Exploring Life, Consciousness, and Creation in Frankenstein

This chapter explores the intricacies of life through the lens of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, highlighting themes of consciousness, reproduction, and morality. It parallels contemporary discussions about artificial intelligence and reflects on Shelley's personal experiences with life and death during the writing of her novel.

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