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Which famous book is sub-titled 'The Modern Prometheus'?

  • The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
  • Dracula
  • The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
  • Frankenstein
Explanation

The famous book that is subtitled "The Modern Prometheus" is "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley. The subtitle itself provides a clue to the connection between the two works. In Greek mythology, Prometheus is a Titan who stole fire from the gods and gave it to humanity, leading to both our advancements and suffering. Similarly, in "Frankenstein," Victor Frankenstein's pursuit of knowledge and ambition to create life through science parallels Prometheus's act of defying the natural laws. Both stories explore the consequences and moral implications of this act of creation, making the subtitle fitting for Mary Shelley's iconic novel.