Victor Frankenstein, the Monster and the Shadows of Technology: The Frankenstein Prophecies

In his book "Victor Frankenstein, the Monster and the Shadows of Technology: The Frankenstein Prophecies," Romanyshyn explores how Mary Shelley's classic work "Frankenstein" haunts our world today. He combines Jungian theory, literary criticism, and mythology to answer the question of who the monster is and finds that Victor and the monster are present in climate crises, genocides, refugee populations, digital space, Western obsession with eternal youth, and genetic and computer technologies. The book offers seeds of hope and explores how the monster's tale reframes Shelley's story as a love story.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 126 pages
Publication date: 13 May 2019
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In his captivating exploration of Mary Shelley's iconic novel "Frankenstein," Romanyshyn delves into the profound and enduring impact of this masterpiece on our modern world. Through a series of thought-provoking questions, he uncovers the haunting echoes of the Monster and the Shadows of Technology that continue to haunt us today. By seamlessly blending Jungian theory, literary criticism, and mythology, Romanyshyn offers a uniquely interdisciplinary perspective on the central question of this book: who is the monster?

In the first six chapters, Romanyshyn delves into the lingering presence of Victor's story and the Monster's tale as a dark reflection of Frankenstein's quest to create a new species that would worship him as its creator. He explores how these narratives manifest in contemporary issues such as climate crises, genocides, refugee populations, loss of place in digital space, Western obsession with eternal youth, and the eclipse of the biological body in genetic and computer technologies that redefine our understanding of humanity.

As the book progresses, Romanyshyn unveils the seeds of hope hidden within Mary Shelley's work, revealing how the Monster's tale reframes her story as a profound love story. He explores how the Monster's journey of self-discovery and redemption resonates with themes of empathy, compassion, and the interconnectedness of all beings. Through this lens, Romanyshyn offers a poignant reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always the potential for redemption and transformation.

"The Frankenstein Prophecies" is a groundbreaking work that appeals to a wide range of scholars, students, and readers interested in Jungian and post-Jungian theory, literature, philosophy, psychology, psychotherapists, and those concerned with the political, social, and cultural crises we face today. It is a testament to the enduring power of literature to shed light on the complexities of the human experience and inspire us to confront the shadows that lurk within us.

Weight: 238g
Dimension: 234 x 143 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367137328