Description
Frankenstein is a novel written by Mary Shelley when she was 19. Frankenstein remains the classic reference point in automation, and builds upon the now classic mythology of the automaton turning on its master.
The title of the novel refers to a scientist, Victor Frankenstein, who learns how to create life and creates a being in the likeness of man, but larger than average and more powerful.
The story has had an influence across literature and popular culture and spawned a complete genre of horror stories and films. It is often considered the first fully realized science fiction novel due to its pointed, if gruesome; focus on playing God by creating life from dead flesh. [Wikipedia]
