Frankenstein: The Definitive 1831 Edition of the Gothic Horror Classic

by Mary Shelley, Drop Cap Classics (Contributor)

155 pages, Paperback

Published September 6, 2025

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Reviews

[Chloe Self · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is out of my preferred genre, as part of a book club read I finished kind of out of necessity. I’m not sure I would have chosen to read this on my own, or continued if I hadn’t heard that it was so many people’s favorite book or highly recommended. There was a lot of fluffy language and content, as mother of horror I was hoping for more detail regarding the interaction between Frankenstein and his creature. The story was best once turned to be described by creature, and ultimately I’m very glad I read this book.

[kaitlyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

i read this with my english class, and although i was hesitant at first to get into it, the further we analyzed the more i was drawn into the book. the theme of “to not push the boundaries of nature” and “unchecked ambition” are timeless and can be applied to current day events. the ending left me wanting more and i absolutely loved this book. mary shelley created a masterpiece and i will forever love my teacher for giving teaching this novel!

[James Thrift · Rating 5 out of 5]

The compelling power of the Frankenstein narrative secures its place as my favorite classic monster tale. This adaptation successfully captures a great tone, but nothing can truly match the raw, complex vision found in Mary Shelley's 1818 text.