Frankenstein. Forbidden Knowledge of the Gothic Novel Era

"Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley was created against the backdrop of extraordinary scientific discoveries, as thrilling and strange as the story of the mad doctor and his horrific creation itself. In Shelley's novel, the vices and achievements of romantic science intertwine: the theory of vitalism and supernatural "life force", the staggering designs of scientists, sensational experiments on human bodies and attempts to use alchemy and electricity to bring the dead back from the afterlife.
Joel Levi's book details the dark yet progressive times — the era when the cult classic gothic novel about a monster created from human flesh was born. How did great minds think as they sought to embody their wildest fantasies? How did unimaginable experiments take place, which the public could observe? What truly influenced Mary Shelley's worldview and inspired her to create "Frankenstein"? Illustrative images and detailed drawings and diagrams will demonstrate how close the enthusiasts of romantic science were to creating a miracle.