No one asked to be born. Frankenstein knew that. So did Shelley. Those who share my ideological positions tend to be afraid of the notion of absolute morality. So often, the concept is abandoned as the exclusive purview of Fascists and dominionist bigots. Historically, I understand why they think so, … Frankenstein (Or The Modern Prometheus): The Horror Of Being: A My Life In HorrorRead more
Frankenstein
A VINDICATION OF MONSTERS
(Parts of this appear in an article first published by The Horror Tree and will appear in A Vindication of Monsters: Essays on Mary Shelley and Mary Wollstonecraft). A VINDICATION OF MONSTERS: WOMEN, SOCIETY, HORROR, AND MOVING FORWARD. by Claire Fitzpatrick Although Mary Wollstonecraft died just 17 days after giving birth … A VINDICATION OF MONSTERSRead more