Frankenstein: Or the Modern Prometheus
by Mary Shelley
- Used
- Hardcover
- Condition
- Very Good+
- Seller
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Vancouver, Washington, United States
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About This Item
ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL, WELL-CRAFTED, AND OMINOUS EDITIONS OF FRANKENSTEIN EVER PRODUCED
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT ONE OF THE MODERN REMAKES BY THE SAME PUBLISHER IT IS NOW 62 YEARS OLD
IN VERY GOOD CONDITION FROM COVER TO COVER (ONE OF THE NICEST I HAVE EVER OWNED)
INCLUDING A HAUNTINGLY BEAUTIFUL COLLECTION OF ARTWORK BY EVERETT HENRY (1893-1961)
BOUND IN 22K ACCENTED FULL LEATHER WITH A HUBBED SPINE AND SEWN PAGES
Features include:
- Fully bound in genuine leather.
- 22kt gold accents deeply inlaid on the "hubbed" spine.
- All the original vintage illustrations.
- Heavy-duty binding boards enhance the book's durability.
- Superbly printed on acid-neutral paper that lasts for generations.
- Sewn pages – not just glued like ordinary books.
- Gilded Gold page ends.
This is a stunning edition of one of the most monumental stories ever created. As stated, the craftsmanship that went into making this book is as good as it gets. Although it was printed and bound well over half a century ago, it looks like it's been in a time capsule, including a stunning collection of artwork by the late Everett Henry, all exceptionally well-preserved.
Immerse yourself in the chilling world of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein with this exquisite edition. Bound in genuine leather and adorned with 22k gold accents, it is a collector's item that combines opulence with the captivating illustrations of Everett Henry. This edition of Frankenstein is a testament to the enduring power of Shelley's masterpiece. Its genuine leather binding and intricate accents exude luxury, while Everett Henry's illustrations bring the story to life with captivating visuals.
Renowned artist Everett Henry's intricate illustrations add depth and emotion to Shelley's iconic novel. Each image captures key scenes, enhancing the reading experience and making this edition a true collector's item.
Mary Shelley's Gothic novel explores the boundaries of science and morality. Follow Victor Frankenstein's pursuit of forbidden knowledge as he creates a living being from exhumed body parts, setting a haunting chain of events in motion.
Frankenstein is a Gothic novel written by Mary Shelley and published in 1818. The story follows Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist driven by ambition and a thirst for knowledge. Victor creates a living being through unconventional scientific experiments, using body parts from various sources. Horrified by his own creation, Victor abandons the creature, setting in motion a series of tragic events.
The novel delves into themes of the human desire for power, the ethics of scientific exploration, and the consequences of rejecting responsibility. It explores the complex relationship between Victor Frankenstein and his creature, touching on issues of identity, humanity, and compassion.
Frankenstein is a timeless tale that raises questions about the limits of science, the nature of creation, and the moral implications of playing with the forces of life and death. It has had a significant cultural impact and continues to be celebrated as a classic work of literature.
The overall condition of this book is very good. There is some rubbing to some of the page ends gold. It has some light shelf wear and age but has been exceptionally well-kept.
Synopsis
Frankenstein; or, the Modern Prometheus is a Gothic novel written by Mary Shelley in 1818. The story revolves around Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who creates a monstrous creature and immediately regrets his actions, abandoning the creature to its own devices. The creature, seeking acceptance and revenge, terrorizes Victor and those he loves. Themes of ambition, ethics, humanity, and loneliness are explored through Shelley's vivid descriptions of the natural world and her characters' psychological torment. Frankenstein remains a classic of Gothic literature and a seminal work of science fiction. Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin wrote the first draft of her groundbreaking novel in 1816, while on a trip to Lake Geneva with her soon-to-be husband, poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, and poet Lord Byron. They were stuck indoors during famously known as the Year Without a Summer.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Higgins Rare Books (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 751212223
- Title
- Frankenstein
- Author
- Mary Shelley
- Illustrator
- Everett Henry
- Format/Binding
- Full Leather Gold Stamped
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good+
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Collectors Edition
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Easton Press
- Place of Publication
- Norwalk, CT
- Date Published
- 1962
- Pages
- 257
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
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Glossary
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- Rubbing
- Abrasion or wear to the surface. Usually used in reference to a book's boards or dust-jacket.
- Shelf Wear
- Shelf wear (shelfwear) describes damage caused over time to a book by placing and removing a book from a shelf. This damage is...
- Spine
- The outer portion of a book which covers the actual binding. The spine usually faces outward when a book is placed on a shelf....