6.08 Classic Short Cuts: Frankenstein

Have you ever read a classic? Have you ever wanted to read a classic, but not known where to begin? Have you ever started reading a classic and then given up because it was just too confusing? Welcome to Classic Short Cuts, and today we’re tackling Frankenstein. I’ll tell you all you need to know before picking up this classic, and hopefully make it seem less intimidating. Enjoy!

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• Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, 1818

• Mary Shelley’s introduction to the 1831 text

• Mythos by Stephen Fry, 2017

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