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Victor Frankenstein, driven by the ambition to surpass all scientists, animates a massive creature from corpses. Realizing the horror he has unleashed, Victor cannot reverse the mistake before the monster flees. The story explores the creature’s longing for acceptance amid widespread fear. Adapted from Mary Shelley’s classic for young readers, it invites discussions of science, responsibility, and compassion.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Larry Weinberg
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