"Who is more human? Victor Frankenstein or the nameless monster he created?" This, according to the narrator of a two-part presentation on Frankenstein, is the essential question. The video begins with a summary of the action of the novel and then posits that Mary Shelley's tale reveals that seeking knowledge is a way of becoming human.

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mary shelley

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mary shelley, gothic fiction, horror fiction, english language arts

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Classroom Considerations

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• The narrator suggests great questions for readers to explore either in discussion or writing

Cons

• The rapid pace of the flow of ideas may be a challenge for some viewers
• Preview the video to determine its suitability for your classroom