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Frankenstein

by Mary Shelley
Gina Gold
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Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus, is often referred to as one the most important literary works of all time. Adapted and reprinted thousands of times, and often cited as the birth of the gothic novel and the science fiction genre, Frankenstein has captivated readers for centuries. This stunning edition is designed for a younger audience, complete with breathtaking illustrations and a more accessible, abridged text.
It is the haunting tale of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates cognizant, ghoulish being through a scientific experiment. On a dark, stormy night the creature is brought to life by being shocked with an electrical current harnessed from a lightning storm.
With its grim, but gripping narrative, Frankenstein is the classic story of life and death, humanity and monstrosity, and blurring the lines in between.
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Publisher: Racehorse for Young Readers

Kindle Book

  • Release date: October 17, 2017

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9781631581878
  • File size: 15856 KB
  • Release date: October 17, 2017

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9781631581878
  • File size: 15854 KB
  • Release date: October 17, 2017

Formats

Kindle Book
OverDrive Read
EPUB ebook

subjects

Classic Literature Fiction Horror Romance

Languages

English

Levels

Lexile® Measure:1170
Text Difficulty:8-9

Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus, is often referred to as one the most important literary works of all time. Adapted and reprinted thousands of times, and often cited as the birth of the gothic novel and the science fiction genre, Frankenstein has captivated readers for centuries. This stunning edition is designed for a younger audience, complete with breathtaking illustrations and a more accessible, abridged text.
It is the haunting tale of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates cognizant, ghoulish being through a scientific experiment. On a dark, stormy night the creature is brought to life by being shocked with an electrical current harnessed from a lightning storm.
With its grim, but gripping narrative, Frankenstein is the classic story of life and death, humanity and monstrosity, and blurring the lines in between.
Expand title description text
Classic Literature Fiction Horror Romance
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