Meet the Real Dr. Frankenstein

Meet the Real Dr. Frankenstein

Our centuries-long fascination with Dr. Frankenstein’s monster—which has inspired dozens of films, including the recent Guillermo del Toro movie—might have been sparked by a scholarly feud over frogs. An electric conflict that also gave us the battery. Nautilus Members enjoy an ad-free experience. Log in or Join now . In the 18th century, scientists sought to pinpoint electricity’s influence on living things, and whether it could be wielded to …