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Frankenstein

By: Mary Shelley
Narrated by: Full Cast, John Wood, Michael Maloney
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Frankenstein, first published in 1818, is widely recognised as being one of the first 'science fiction' novels. Starring Michael Maloney as Frankenstein and John Wood as the Creature, this spine-tingling dramatisation perfectly conveys the book's pervasive sense of unease and dread.

Victor Frankenstein, an ambitious young scientist and seeker after knowledge, considers it the pinnacle of his career when he makes a Creature in his own name. But his triumph soon turns to horror, and he is appalled when the Creature, denied a female counterpart, turns against his creator and commits a terrible crime. In a desperate attempt to destroy his creation, the scientist tracks him from Europe to the desolate North Pole, and in this bleak landscape of ice and fog, prepares to confront his nemesis...

©2008 BBC Audiobooks Ltd; (P)2008 BBC Audiobooks Ltd Classics Entertainment & Performing Arts Fantasy Fiction Genre Fiction Horror Literary Fiction Scary Magic Adaptation

Critic Reviews

wonderful retelling of the timeless, classic story. The acting is uniformly impressive, as are the sound effects. (Nick Smithson)
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Loved how the story was told. The switch between Frankenstein and The Monster was an interesting way to tell the story. Voice acting was great and clear. Would recommend listening to this well done concise dramatization.

Excellent!!!

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Wished they dramatised the original version like this. Actors played their part well. Good purchase.

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