Celebrating the bicentennial anniversary of Mary Shelley's original 1818 version, renowned artist David Plunkert takes readers on a dark journey into the greatest novel in the monster genre, Frankenstein. Rockport Publisher's Classics Reimagined series presents this beautiful deluxe edition, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein: The 200th Anniversary Edition. "The 248-page hardcover book features an 8 page vellum insert detailing the doctor's designs, and a stunning, full bleed, double gatefold image of the monster. Finished with printed endpapers and painted book block, this masterpiece volume is perfect for book lovers and art lovers alike." "The suspense and horror of Dr. Frankenstein reanimating assembled body parts, the monster spying on an unknowing family, and the creature's revenge on his maker take on whole new meaning when accompanied by Plunkert's mystical, layered interpretations." The Classics Reimagined series is a library of stunning collector's editions of unabridged classic novels illustrated by contemporary artists from around the world. Each artist offers his or her own unique, visual interpretation of the most well-loved, widely read, and avidly collected literature from renowned authors.
The 200th anniversary edition book releases on January 16, 2018. Check out some images of the books artwork below!
