Frankenstein

New Edition of Mary Shelley's Gothic Masterpiece

Mary Shelley, Jenni Fagan

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Polygon An Imprint of Birlinn Limited
01 May 2025

One of the best-known works of English literature, Frankenstein gave rise to the science-fiction and horror genres and has enthralled generations of readers since its publication in 1818.

The book follows the story of Victor Frankenstein and his monster: the result of his desire to create life. But his botched experiment is so grotesque that the doctor immediately regrets what he has done and abandons the monster, leaving him to fend for himself. The creature finds and confronts his maker pleading for a companion

his human right to happiness. Fearing what this may lead to, Victor refuses, causing the monster to vow to ruin any happiness in Victor's life.

A tragedy and a cautionary tale about the pitfalls of ambition and creation, Mary Shelley's masterpiece is more relevant now than ever.

By: Mary Shelley
Introduction by: Jenni Fagan
Imprint: Polygon An Imprint of Birlinn Limited
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: New Edition
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 215g
ISBN: 9781846976957
ISBN 10: 1846976952
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 01 May 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Mary Shelley (1797-1851) was a novelist who is best known for writing the Gothic novel Frankenstein (1818). She is considered to be a key figure of the Romantic movement, significant for her literary achievement and for being one of the first writers on the rights of women. Dr Jenni Fagan is an award-winning poet, novelist and screenwriter. She is the author of the bestselling Hex, and A Swan's Neck on the Butcher's Block, her seventh collection of poetry.