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Description
Although Mary Shelley was only a teenager when Frankenstein was written, powerful lines such as "Beware; for I am fearless, and therefore powerful” lift the creature above mere caricature. We'll explore the 1831 edition of Frankenstein and discuss why this book still resonates with us. We will cover the period in which Shelley wrote the book, engage in a close reading of the novel, and end with a look at modern-day adaptations.
Date(s)February 3 - February 24, 2026
Class Time(s)Tue 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Kathryn Duncan
Kathryn Duncan holds a BS in journalism from the University of Florida & a PhD in British literature from Tulane U. She is a professor at Saint Leo U, writes a weekly blog on literary mindfulness, and has published a book: Jane Austen and the Buddha: Teaches of Enlightenment
LocationBlue Palms Village at Fletcher
# of Meeting(s)4
Notes
This is a face-to-face class.
Weekly - Tue 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM; 4 sessions starting 2/3/2026, ending 2/24/2026 (New lessons are released None specified)