Discover Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein

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Step into the chilling world of Frankenstein, Mary Shelley’s legendary Gothic masterpiece and one of the most influential horror novels ever written. Celebrated as one of America’s best-loved books by PBS’s The Great American Read, this novel is more than a story — it’s a haunting exploration of human ambition, scientific obsession, and the boundaries of creation.

Follow Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant young scientist whose quest to create life unleashes a force beyond his control — a creature destined to change his life forever. As Victor battles the consequences of his experiment, the novel unfolds into a powerful story of love, loss, revenge, and the cost of defying nature itself.

This Penguin Classics edition is based on Mary Shelley’s definitive 1831 version and includes:

• A thoughtful introduction and detailed notes by Maurice Hindle
• Percy Bysshe Shelley’s original preface to the first edition
• Bonus appendices featuring “A Fragment” by Lord Byron and John Polidori’s The Vampyre: A Tale
• A comparison of the 1818 and 1831 texts for literary enthusiasts

For over 70 years, Penguin Classics has been the trusted source for readers seeking the world’s greatest works of literature. With over 1,700 titles, the series offers expertly curated editions with insightful commentary from leading scholars and award-winning translators.

Whether you’re a fan of classic literature, a horror enthusiast, or exploring Mary Shelley’s genius for the first time, Frankenstein remains an essential addition to any library.