The Annotated Frankenstein

The Annotated Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, published by Clarkson N. Potter on December 12, 1977, presents a reprint of the first-edition text of this classic novel. This edition includes detailed notes that explore various mythic, scientific, biographical, and historical topics, enhancing the reader’s understanding of the narrative. With a total of 356 pages, this book offers a comprehensive look at the themes and contexts surrounding the story.

Readers will find that this edition is enriched with over one hundred photographs, drawings, maps, and charts, which provide visual context to the text. The annotations serve to illuminate the complexities of the narrative and its characters, particularly the fictitious character of Frankenstein. This edition is suitable for those interested in British and Irish fiction, as well as the horror genre, making it a valuable resource for both casual readers and scholars alike.