Frankenstein (Wordsworth Empress Edition) Hardcover - Mary Shelley

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Step into one of the greatest Gothic novels ever written with this stunning Wordsworth Empress Edition of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Beautifully presented with luxurious finishes, this collectible hardcover reimagines Shelley's timeless masterpiece in an edition worthy of any classic literature collection.

Victor Frankenstein's obsession with unlocking the secrets of life leads him to create a living creature from assembled body parts. But when his experiment succeeds, creator and creation are both drawn into a tragic tale of ambition, isolation, responsibility and revenge. Combining Gothic horror, science fiction and philosophical reflection, Frankenstein remains one of the most influential novels ever published.

This premium Empress Edition features exquisite design elements including gold foil detailing, digitally sprayed edges, patterned endpapers and a matching ribbon bookmark, making it a beautiful gift or treasured keepsake for classic book lovers.

Features

• Luxurious Wordsworth Empress Edition hardcover
• Complete and unabridged text (1831 edition)
• New afterword by Dr Sally Minogue
• Gold foil detailing with spot-gloss UV dust jacket
• Textured hardcover with matching foil blocking
• Full-colour patterned endpapers
• Digitally sprayed edges on all three sides
• Matching ribbon bookmark
• Bespoke chapter headers
• Beautiful collector's edition for display or gifting

Product Details

• Author: Mary Shelley
• Format: Hardcover
• Series: Wordsworth Empress Collection
• Pages: 304
• Published: 16 March 2026
• ISBN: 9781840229264
• Book Size: Royal (156 × 234 mm)

A breathtaking collector's edition of one of literature's most enduring Gothic masterpieces.