About this episode

This episode explores the themes of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley's Frankenstein, focusing on the moral implications of creation and the sanctity of human life.

Catholic Star-Rated Review ★★★★★ — More than a horror novel, Frankenstein is a profound meditation on the sanctity of human life, the responsibilities of the creator, pride, isolation, and the moral consequences of playing God. Though secular in origin, its enduring themes invite thoughtful reflection on ethics, compassion, and the dignity of every human person.

Topics covered

• Gothic Horror
• Science Fiction
• Ethics
• Human Dignity
• Creator Responsibility

Keywords

• Frankenstein
• Gothic Horror
• Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
• moral consequences
• human life
• creator responsibilities
• ethics

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