What Is the Story of Frankenstein?

Authors: Keenan, Sheila
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
BISAC/Subject: JNF025200, JNF007030, JNF064000
ISBN: 9781524788445, Related ISBNs: 1524788422, 1524788430, 1524788449, 9781524788421, 9781524788438
Classification: Non-Fiction
Number of pages: 112,
Audience: Children/juvenile
Synopsis: Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library!

One of the most iconic monsters of all time comes to life in our What Is the Story Of? series.


From his origins in Mary Shelley's 1818 novel, through his many movie portrayals in the twentieth century, Frankenstein is one of the most recognizable characters in the world. His iconic look is a go-to Halloween costume for kids and adults alike. But how did the mad scientist and his creation become so popular? Author Sheila Keenan explains his spooky origin story, the history of the movies, and what lies ahead for this monstrous creature.
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