Frankenstein: The Lynd Ward Illustrated Edition
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| Rating | : | 4.69 (610 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0486470539 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 304 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-09-01 |
| Language | : | English |
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From the Back CoverNearly 200 years ago, a teenager dreamt of a scientist who experimented with restoring life to the dead. Mary Shelley's suspenseful narrative of a misbegotten monster's revenge resounds with compelling questions about ambition, responsibility, and other issues that continue to enthrall modern readers. . Encouraged by her literary-minded friends, she expanded her fantasy into a gripping story that became the epitome of the Gothic novel
Nearly 200 years ago, a teenager dreamt of a scientist who experimented with restoring life to the dead. Encouraged by her literary-minded friends, she expanded her fantasy into a gripping story that became the epitome of the Gothic novel. This magnificently illustrated edition features the complete wood engravings by graphic artist Lynd Ward. A master of woodcut technique, Ward combined elements of Art Deco and German Expressionism in his images. His unusual perspectives and dramatic light-and-dark contrasts offer the perfect complement to Shelley's moody masterpiece.. Mary Shelley's suspenseful narrative of a misbegotten monster's revenge resounds with compelling questions about ambition, responsibility, and other issues that continue to enthrall modern readers.Acclaimed as both the first modern horror novel and the first science-fiction novel, Frankenstein has inspired numerous interpretations
wiredweird said The perfect match. Mary Shelley's cautionary classic approaches two hundred years old at this writing, and just becomes more relevant with each passing year. Then, seventy five years ago, Lynd Ward added his vivid woodcuts to the narrative. The combination of the two works beautifully.Shelley's novel already deals in stark contrasts, the drawing rooms of England against frozen arctic wastes being only one of contrasts. Woodcut, with its inherently stark contrasts, makes the ideal medium for illustrating that story. More than just the m. Great for preteen audience Tuxedo Mom This is a good edition of the story for preteens and young teens. The illustrations are fantastic and drew the reader right in.. Five Stars Fantastic book; comfortable print size; insightful and frequent illustrations.