Frankenstein: The Lynd Ward Illustrated Edition

Frankenstein: The Lynd Ward Illustrated EditionNearly 200 years ago, a teenager dreamt of a scientist who experimented with restoring life to the dead. Encouraged by her literary minded friends, she expanded her fantasy into a gripping story that became the epitome of the Gothic novel. Mary Shelley's suspenseful narrative of a misbegotten monster's revenge resounds with compelling questions about ambition, responsibility, and other issues that continue to enthrall modern readers. Acclaimed as both

Nearly 200 years ago, a teenager dreamt of a scientist who experimented with restoring life to the dead. Encouraged by her literary-minded friends, she expanded her fantasy into a gripping story that became the epitome of the Gothic novel. Mary Shelley's suspenseful narrative of a misbegotten monster's revenge resounds with compelling questions about ambition, responsibility, and other issues that continue to enthrall modern readers.
Acclaimed as both the first modern horror novel and the first science-fiction novel, Frankenstein has inspired numerous interpretations. This magnificently illustrated edition features the complete wood engravings by graphic artist Lynd Ward. A master of woodcut technique, Ward combined elements of Art Deco and German Expressionism in his images. His unusual perspectives and dramatic light-and-dark contrasts offer the perfect complement to Shelley's moody masterpiece.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Dover Publications
Published: 06/01/2009
ISBN: 9780486470535
Pages: 259
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 9.28h x 6.30w x 0.60d
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 533 / Frankenstein (Unabridged)
Reading Level: 12.4 / Interest Level: Upper Grade / Point Value: 17