
Frankenstein
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Narrated by:
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Dan Stevens
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By:
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Mary Shelley
Audie Award Finalist, Solo Narration - Male, 2013
Audie Award Finalist, Classic, 2013
Narrator Dan Stevens (Downton Abbey) presents an uncanny performance of Mary Shelley's timeless gothic novel, an epic battle between man and monster at its greatest literary pitch. In trying to create life, the young student Victor Frankenstein unleashes forces beyond his control, setting into motion a long and tragic chain of events that brings Victor to the very brink of madness. How he tries to destroy his creation, as it destroys everything Victor loves, is a powerful story of love, friendship, scientific hubris, and horror.
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Editorial review
By Haley Hill, Audible Editor
MARY SHELLEY'S FRANKENSTEIN IS AN ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO GRIEVING THE DEAD CREATIVELY
I was muscling through a difficult breakup and grieving the loss of my grandmother, who had passed away in the summer before my senior year of college, so I felt more than a little overwhelmed by the idea of writing my English department thesis that fall semester. Towards the end of September, when I still had not managed to select a research topic for my paper, my brilliant advisor, who knew that I was both fascinated with Gothic literature and rapidly running out of time, handed me her copy of Frankenstein, and gently urged me to read it over the course of a couple days. Frankly, she did not have to ask me twice to devour the classic with urgency.
I have always been a fan of the macabre, so I figured a story about a mad scientist who robs graves for body parts in order to sew together a creature would be right up my alley. That being said, I was immediately blown away by how many thrilling and thought-provoking layers comprise Mary Shelley’s iconic novel.
Of all the fascinating questions that Frankenstein raises, its most infamous has to be: Who is the monster, and who is the man? (That’s in addition to the notorious confusion around who the title refers to; Frankenstein is named for the monster’s creator, Dr. Victor Frankenstein, while his creation is simply referred to in the text as "The Creature," a choice that makes sorting out protagonist from antagonist all the more challenging.) The story is as much about corruption as it is about creation, and listening to Victor and his creature narrate their two perspectives while simultaneously making each other’s lives a living hell proves just that. What makes this story so essential is just how difficult it will always be to sympathize with one character entirely over the other.
A less frequently discussed fact about Frankenstein is that is an epistolary novel, making it perfect for audio! The story is bookended by letters that Robert Walton, a seafaring explorer in search of the North Pole, writes to his worried sister, in which he relays Victor Frankenstein’s shocking confession, which the scientist shares after being rescued aboard his ship. However, despite the riveting attention to detail within Walton’s letters, he ultimately leaves listeners with a question that I find just as fascinating as the last. Will he heed Frankenstein’s saga as a cautionary tale and reconsider following his own ambitions to the literal end of the Earth?
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What made the experience of listening to Frankenstein the most enjoyable?
I think Dan Stevens is one of the best audiobook performers I have ever heard. He brought this story to life. It was so easy to just get into the story and actually have sympathy for both Frankenstein and the monster he created. I did not expect that as I have always thought of this book as a horror story.Who was your favorite character and why?
The monster. I felt sorry for him and was surprised by that. When he told his story, the reader could understand how alone he felt . He enjoyed the beauty of the earth was eager to learn about the world and the people he encountered. He just wanted to be loved like everyone else, but that would never happen so he did indeed become a monster.Which scene was your favorite?
The ending.Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No, I enjoyed listening to it a bit each night or in my car on the way to work.Any additional comments?
You will come away with a new appreciation for this beautifully written work.A great listen
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What, no Bride of Frankenstein?
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Where does Frankenstein rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
I have to say I have not listened to too many yet (5 total so far), but it is easily the best, and I honestly can barely imagine a better fiction audiobook (you can't really compare a fiction book to a non-fiction book).The book itself is gripping and seems to offer something new after each read (this is the fourth or fifth time I've read Frankenstein in my life). It entertains and it enlightens. What's more, it is well-suited to the audiobook format since back and forth dialogue is sparse (most of the book is one character or another narrating for a length of time).
Dan Stevens' performance was also spot on. He really captured the emotion of the characters, and gave each one a unique voice (and feeling, if that makes sense) without going over the top.
The one critique I had was that I felt he may have made the Monster too pathetic. I normally have imagined the Monster having a more commanding and resentful tone than Stevens gave him. While I appreciated the new perspective Stevens' interpretation gave, I still tend to think that, at least in certain parts, a stronger willed Monster is called for.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Frankenstein?
The confrontation between Victor Frankenstein and the Monster.What does Dan Stevens bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Dan Stevens really brought the characters to life. Despite my small critique, his performance was near perfect, and generally evoked all of the right emotions. He really helps the reader feel the story.If you could rename Frankenstein, what would you call it?
A Modern PrometheusNear Perfect
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I was fascinated with the beautiful and expertly used language of a story written by a young woman who wrote in a time when women authors were not given much credence.
A great story narrated expertly. I highly recommend this audible title.
The Book Is Truly Better Than the Movies
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A Pleasure To Listen To
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I put off this classic for far too long
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Enjoyed the narrator
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Dan Stevens does justice to this story.
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Capturing and surprisingly endearing
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I am certain we have all seen one, if not 5, Frankenstein movies. I was not prepared for this audio adventure, the prose, the heart rendering story and the fabulous performance by Dan Stevens (Downton Abbey). Who would have thought I would have have more sympathy and empathy for the "Monster" (he is never given a name) than for Dr. Frankenstein who suffered much, which he brought on by his own hubris. Of course, it was those around him who suffered most. A great read and a better audio listen.Who was your favorite character and why?
The Monster. He was abandoned by his creator/father and was self-taught. A remarkable achievement. He spoke better and with more pathos than most around him. Definitely different from Boris Karloff's classic presentation.Which scene was your favorite?
When the Monster meets Dr. Frankenstein and tells his tale of anguish, pain and learning.If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?
Frankenstein - The True StoryA revelation
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