Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus (1818) by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is often regarded as the first true science fiction novel. It tells the haunting story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a living being from dead body parts, only to be horrified by his own creation. The novel explores themes of ambition, isolation, the quest for knowledge, and the ethical responsibilities of science. It remains a cornerstone of Gothic and Romantic literature while raising timeless questions about humanity and morality. Mary W. Shelley (1797-1851) was an English novelist best known for writing Frankenstein. Daughter of political philosopher William Godwin and feminist writer Mary Wollstonecraft, Shelley was deeply influenced by Romanticism and intellectual debates of her time. Her works include novels, short stories, and essays, but Frankenstein secured her lasting legacy as a pioneer of both Gothic fiction and science fiction.