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Description
This book examines the history and pop culture of scientist Dr. Frankenstein and his ghoulish monster.
Quick Summary
If your kid's ever wondered where Frankenstein's monster actually came from or why everyone knows about Igor but the movie never explains him this is a fun, fast way to get those answers. Stephen Krensky breaks down the history of Mary Shelley's original novel and then shows how the monster became a total pop culture legend, from old black-and-white movies to cartoons and everything in between. At around 5,000 words, it reads quick, which makes it perfect for reluctant readers who want to learn something cool without committing to a brick of a book. It's the right mix of spooky and educational scary enough to feel exciting, but not nightmare fuel, so parents can feel good about it. Kids who love monster lore, horror movies, or just random trivia about where their favorite characters came from will get a kick out of this. If they finish and want more, anything about classic movie monsters or the history behind popular villains would be a great next step.