FRANKENSTEIN

SHELLEY, MARY

horror. romance. science. a classic tale that would be a fright to missthe idea for the story came to the author, mary shelley, in a dream she had about a scientist who had created life and was horrified by what he had made. this gothic-style romance is among the first of true science fiction novels, if not the first. a young scientist named victor frankenstein, after going through his own near-death experience, decides to play god and create life in the form of a grotesque creature, which turns into a nightmare. through his experience, he learns that the gift of life is precious, not disposable. his journey and personal transformation has deeply affected readers. * this beautiful book comes with luxurious endpapers, a beautiful and stylish heat-burnishedcover, and is a convenient 5 x 7 trim size for easy handling. * this widely popular classic tells a tale of devastating consequences for those pursuing power and glory. frankenstein is a must-read for any lover of classic literature and science fiction.about the word cloud classics series:classic works of literature with a clean, modern aesthetic perfect for both old and new literature fans, the word cloud classics series from canterbury classics provides a chic and inexpensive introduction to timeless tales. with a higher production value, including heat burnished covers and foil stamping, these eye-catching, easy-to-hold editions are the perfect gift for students and fans of literature everywhere.