Shelley's suspenseful & intellectually rich gothic tale confronts some of the most important & enduring themes in all of literture-the power of human imagination the potential hubris of science the gulf between appearance & essence the effects of human cruelty the desire for revenge & the need for forgiveness & much more ABOUT THE SERIES For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features including expert introductions by leading authorities helpful notes to clarify the text up-to-date bibliographies for further study & much more