Name: Frankenstein Thrift Study Edition
SKU: 2743444
Price: 632.00 TWD
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Author: Mary Shelley
ISBN: 9780486475820

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Type

Physical Book

Author

Mary Shelley

Publisher

Dover Publications

Year

2009

Language

English

Pages

240

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

20.6x13x1.5 cm

Weight

0.20 kg.

ISBN

0486475824

ISBN13

9780486475820

Edition No.

Synopsis "Frankenstein Thrift Study Edition "

Obsessed with creating life in a laboratory, a medical student haunts graveyards and dissecting rooms in search of the materials for his experiments. But when he achieves success, he rejects his ghastly creation. The creature -- longing for love but shunned by all -- turns evil and exacts revenge. Two centuries after its initial publication, Frankenstein endures as a synonym for monster. The first modern horror novel as well as the first science-fiction novel, Mary Shelley's Gothic romance has intrigued generations of readers. A definitive survey, this Dover Thrift Study Edition offers the novel's complete and unabridged text, plus a comprehensive study guide. Created to help readers gain a thorough understanding of Frankenstein's content and context, the guide includes: - Chapter-by-chapter summaries- Explanations and discussions of the plot- Question-and-answer sections- Shelley biography- List of characters and more Dover Thrift Study Editions feature everything that students need to undertake a confident reading of a classic text, as well as to prepare themselves for class discussions, essays, and exams.

Mary Shelley

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Mary Shelley (1797-1851) Mary Shelley, born in London in (1797-1851), is the visionary author of Frankenstein, considered the first science fiction novel. Her life was marked by love, tragedy, and creativity. In addition to Frankenstein, she wrote works like The Last Man and Valperga, exploring themes such as ethics, loneliness. Her legacy transcends generations, inspiring debates on science and humanity. Discover in our bookstore her essential books and let yourself be captivated by the imagination and talent of one of the great figures of universal literature.

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