If you are in search of something new to read, it is in your best interest to take a look at the novel Frankenstein. Frankenstein is a lovely read because of the time periods, modern interpretations, and Its classic form. Its writing is phenomenal and it truly stands the test of time, because while it may not be modern literature it certainly lives up to the standards of today. It can easily be read and enjoyed now. Frankenstein was written by Mary Shelley in 1818 and the effects of the romantic era as well as the influence from gothic literature. As shown by victor’s pursuit and horror in the creation of new life, or the twisted morality shared from victor and his creation. It’s an influential read that has stayed relevant throughout its existence. It’s effect on modern horror, and pop culture, shows with it being a catalyst for science fiction, with the story pushing the bounds of science, reanimating the dead, and spawn many wildly different stories such the 1931 movie of the same name, which while vastly different from the novel, yet is the most well known film adaptation, or the graphic novel destroyer, which discusses modern issues, and mostly tells its own story. Frankenstein stays a classic read, throughout all this time, and all its variations. It discusses various themes, and can be interpreted in a number of ways. However you decided to interpret the novel it lends itself well to modern lenses.