Frankenstein as a modern Prometheus
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Frankenstein as a modern Prometheus Name: Baraiya Bhavna P. Sem: 2 Roll No: 5 Year : 2012-13
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Frankenstein as a modern Prometheus
Name: Baraiya Bhavna P.Sem: 2Roll No: 5Year : 2012-13
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Prometheus
Greek mythology Prometheus is a Titan, Culture hero The wisest of all the Titans.
In the form of fire he credited with bringing mankind knowledge and enlightenment.
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He stole fire from the Gods of Mount Olympus.
Prometheus was harshly punished.
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Victor Frankenstein
Victor is a modern incarnation of Prometheus.
Fascinated by the power of electricity.
Inner torture and suffering. His torture mirrors that of
Prometheus. Undying and eternal suffering.
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▪Conclusion
Mary Shelley mimics the Prometheus tale.
Difference.
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