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Frankenstein (Masterpiece Library Edition)

By Mary Wollstonecraft
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Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus is Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley's enduring classic that explores the consequences of mankind's scientific ambitions. Written during a fateful summer near Lake Geneva with luminaries such as Percy Bysshe Shelley and Lord Byron, the novel tells the haunting tale of a scientist who creates life with unforeseen ramifications. This edition presents the novel in a finely crafted hardcover, making it perfect for every home library.
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This masterful work suits readers of classic literature, fans of Gothic fiction, and those interested in themes of science, creation, and ethics. Its accessible yet elegant presentation makes it ideal for collectors and newcomers alike.

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Originally published in 1818, revised in 1831.

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Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus has thrilled generations of readers for over two hundred years.

Rediscover Mary Shelley's compelling masterwork in this elegant yet affordable Masterpiece Library Edition, honouring the Peter Pauper Press founders' tradition of publishing beautiful books.

Deluxe, durably bound hardcover keepsake volume.

Embossed cover with iridescent highlighting.

Gold foil-stamped spine.

Reinforced cloth quarter-binding for durability.

Premium acid-free archival-quality paper for longevity.

Cream-colour pages with font, type size, and line spacing chosen for a comfortable, luxurious reading experience, even under imperfect lighting.

Comes with a matching satin ribbon bookmark with which to keep your place.

A must-have for every home library.

220 pages.

English novelist Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (1797-1851) wrote Frankenstein during a summer spent near Lake Geneva, Switzerland, with her betrothed, Percy Bysshe Shelley, her stepsister Claire Clairmont, poet George Gordon Byron, and Lord Byron's physician, John William Polidari. Inclement weather kept the group indoors and they challenged one another to create fantastic tales. Shelley's was the result of a haunting vision: "I saw the pale student of unhallowed arts kneeling beside the thing he had put together."

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781441342133

Publisher: Peter Pauper Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Peter Pauper Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 175.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 726g

Pages: 219

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About the Author

Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley began writing Frankenstein when she was just 19 years old, on a dare from the poet Lord Byron. Her trailblazing, dark novel shocked Victorian readers with its radical philosophy. Her work transformed horror forever and inspired countless adaptations.

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