Frankenstein
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, published by National Geographic Books on October 27, 2020, is a significant work in the realm of Gothic horror literature. This edition spans 320 pages and features an introduction by Haifaa al-Mansour, director of Mary Shelley. The narrative follows Victor Frankenstein, whose ambition to create life leads to the birth of a monstrous being. Abandoned and shunned, the creature embarks on a harrowing journey in pursuit of its creator, exploring themes of isolation and the consequences of unchecked ambition.
Readers will find a rich exploration of the emotional and psychological turmoil faced by both creator and creature. The story traverses various landscapes, from the vibrant city of St. Petersburg to the serene Swiss Alps and the stark Arctic Circle, reflecting the profound impact of environment on the characters’ experiences. As a work of juvenile fiction and a classic, this edition invites readers to engage with the timeless questions surrounding humanity, creation, and the nature of monstrosity.
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With an introduction from Haifaa al-Mansour, director of Mary Shelley.
There is something in my soul, which I do not understand.
Written by a teenage girl, Frankenstein is one of literature’s greatest Gothic horror stories.
Now with a striking new cover, discover one of the books considered to be a pioneer of YA.
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Victor Frankenstein has made a terrible mistake. In his desperate pursuit to create life, he has created a monster.
A monster which, abandoned by his master and shunned by everyone it meets, follows Dr Frankenstein to the very ends of the earth with horror and murder in its recycled heart.
Shelly takes the reader on a journey through St Petersburg, to the beautiful Swiss Alps, to the desolate waste of the Arctic Circle, in a story that has sent a chill down the spines of generations.
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