Frankenstein and Philosophy
Nicolas Michaud
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Frankenstein and Philosophy
Published
Oct 15, 2013
Publisher
Open Court
Pages
288
ISBN-13
9780812698367
ISBN-10
0812698363
Description
Ever since it was first unleashed in 1818 the story of Victor Frankenstein and his reanimated, stitched-together corpse has inspired intense debate. Can organic life be reanimated using electricity or genetic manipulation? If so, could Frankenstein's monster really teach itself to read and speak as Mary Shelley imagined? Do monsters have rights, or responsibilities to those who would as soon kill them? What is it about music that so affects Frankenstein's monster, or any of us? What does Mel Brook's Frau Blucher say to contemporary eco-feminism? Why are some Frankenstein's flops and others historic successes? Is there a true Frankenstein? Why are children, but not adults, drawn to Shelley's monster? And what is a "monster," anyway? Frankenstein and Philosophy calls 25 philosophers to stitch together these and other questions as they apply to history's greatest horror franchise. Some chapters treat the Frankenstein films, others the original novel, and yet others the many comic books, novels, and modern adaptations. Together they pay tribute to perhaps the most enduring pop culture icon and the fundamental fears, hopes, and puzzles it raises.
Subjects
Autobiography of a Yogi
Andy Warhol
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
Freakonomics
A short history of nearly everything
Authority and the Individual
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Frankenstein and Philosophy?
This edition of Frankenstein and Philosophy has approximately 288 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Frankenstein and Philosophy?
For most readers, Frankenstein and Philosophy typically takes between 6h 0m and 4h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 72,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 48m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 72,000 words
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What is the word count of Frankenstein and Philosophy?
The estimated word count for Frankenstein and Philosophy is approximately 72,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Frankenstein and Philosophy?
Frankenstein and Philosophy was written by Nicolas Michaud.
When was Frankenstein and Philosophy published?
The publication date for this specific edition is Oct 15, 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.