1797-1851

Seven critical essays bringing various interpretations to the novel about a monster created by a scientist.

Presents a lost manuscript written by Mary Shelly in 1820 and rediscovered in the fall of 1997, in which she tells the story of Maurice, a young boy who has lost his parents; and includes an introductory essay that explores the literary and psychological importance of the story.

Presents the 1818 text of the novel about a monster assembled by a scientist from parts of dead bodies, who develops a mind of his own and learns to loathe himself and hate his creator; and includes explanatory annotations, a selection of related writings, and a collection of critical essays.

A biography of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, author of "Frankenstein," discussing her scandalous relationship with poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, the literary circle in which she worked and lived, her creation of the legendary novel, and her life as a widow after Percy's death.

This book traces the history of the fame of Frankenstein's monster, from Mary Shelley's story two hundred years ago to today's movies featuring Frankenstein's monster.

Chronicles the life of author Mary Shelley, discussing her relationship with Romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, her estrangement from her family, her literary career, and other related topics.

A guide to reading and understanding Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein, " featuring a profile of the author and the time in which she lived; an introduction to the novel; a map of characters; the text of the novel with chapter summaries, notes, and commentaries; review questions; and a list of resources.

Recounts the story behind the 1816 night in which a gathering of English poet Lord Byron's friends led to the creation of "Frankenstein" and the first vampire story, and the events which followed that fateful night and led to the deaths of nearly all those present.