Father Of Frankenstein

Author : Christopher Bram
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : British
ISBN : 075380865X

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Father of Frankenstein by Christopher Bram Pdf

James Whale was the most brilliant director of horror films Hollywood has ever seen, director of such classics as Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein (and indeed every horror film rated with four stars in Halliwell's Film Guide). But he was by no means a typical Hollywood product, both because he was English and because he was openly gay in the Hollywood of the 30s. Christopher Bram's moving and powerful novel portrays Whale in his last weeks of life in 1957, overwhelmed by images of his past, his working class childhood in Britain, Hollywood premieres in the 30s, friendships with Elsa Lanchester, Charles Laughton and Elizabeth Taylor. Consumed by the contrast between his past and his present obscurity, he conspires with his young gardener to provide his life with the dramatic ending it deserves.

Author : Christopher Bram
Publisher : Plume Books
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Fiction
ISBN : PSU:000032248807

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Father of Frankenstein by Christopher Bram Pdf

The last days of James Whale, the acclaimed director of such horror movies as Frankenstein. In ill health, his mind projecting never-ending rushes from his life, he directs his own death at the hands of his homosexual gardener. By the author of In Memory of Angel Clare.

Author : Christopher Bram
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Frankenstein (Fictitious character)
ISBN : OCLC:1108928430

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Father of Frankenstein by Christopher Bram Pdf

Author : Catherine Bruton
Publisher : Nosy Crow
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781788008549

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Following Frankenstein by Catherine Bruton Pdf

A brilliantly-conceived and hugely imaginative 'sequel' to Mary Shelley's masterpiece, Following Frankenstein is a hugely exciting and beautifully-written historical adventure, perfect for 9-12 year olds. Sometimes I was jealous of the monster of Frankenstein. I grew up believing my father cared more for him than he did for me. And was I wrong? Maggie Walton's father has dedicated his life to a single pursuit: hunting down the monster created by Victor Frankenstein. It has cost Maggie and her family everything - and now her father is staking everything on one last voyage to the Arctic, with Maggie secretly in tow, where he hopes to find the monster at last. But there they make a shocking discovery: Frankenstein's monster has a son... A breath-taking, epic adventure, spanning the icy wastes of the Arctic Tundra to the vaudeville circus of New York, from the award-winning author of No Ballet Shoes in Syria and Another Twist in the Tale.

Author : Mary Shelley
Publisher : Golden Valley Press
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2019-12-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1947215140

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Frankenstein (Original Unabridged Version) by Mary Shelley Pdf

"The novel 'Frankenstein' by Marry Shelley is a very famous gothic novel and has sold many copies till date. It is a compelling book that has managed to grab the attention of audiences since day-one. According to some, the monster of Frankenstein is symbolic of the industrialization that created havoc and destruction in Europe in the nineteenth century. However, according to others, it stands for the fears in the writer's mind to changing times and new events. The novel is often classified as gothic since it dwells on mystery and the supernatural world. The setting is that of dark, sublime and exotic, making the reader uneasy. And, the 'double' feature only adds to the mystery and the sensation for the reader. According to some critics in the past and present, this is the first extant scientific novel written in English language. The writing style of the author is truly remarkable and is the main highlight of this book. The plot of the book has been well thought of and it has all the essentials that make a book a classic. It has the right dose of love, suspense, friendship and, quintessential to this book, human psychology. The book provides the reader with an understanding on life in a totally new and refreshing manner."

Author : Kenneth Oppel
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10-18
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781443411332

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This Dark Endeavour by Kenneth Oppel Pdf

Victor Frankenstein leads a charmed life. He and his twin brother, Konrad, and their beautiful cousin Elizabeth take lessons at home and spend their spare time fencing and horseback riding. Along with their friend Henry, they have explored all the hidden passageways and secret rooms of the palatial Frankenstein chateau. Except one. The Dark Library contains ancient tomes written in strange languages, and filled with forbidden knowledge. Their father makes them promise never to visit the library again, but when Konrad becomes deathly ill, Victor knows he must find the book that contains the recipe for the legendary Elixir of Life. The elixir needs only three ingredients. But impossible odds, dangerous alchemy and a bitter love triangle threaten their quest at every turn. Victor knows he must not fail. But his success depends on how far he is willing to push the boundaries of nature, science and love—and how much he is willing to sacrifice.

Author : Christopher Bram
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 471 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2009-10-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780061857461

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Gods and Monsters by Christopher Bram Pdf

Previously titled Father of Frankenstein, this acclaimed novel was the basis for the 1998 film starring Sir Ian McKellen, Lynn Redgrave, and Brendan Fraser. It journeys back to 1957 Los Angeles, where James Whale, the once-famous director of such classics as Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein, is living in retirement, haunted by his past. Rescuing him from his too-vivid imagination is his gardener, a handsome ex-marine. The friendship between these two very different men is sometimes tentative, sometimes touching, often dangerous—and always captivating. This P.S. edition features an extra 16 pages of insights into the book, including author interviews, recommended reading, and more.

Author : Harold Bloom
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Creation in literature
ISBN : 9781438115047

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Frankenstein by Harold Bloom Pdf

Presents a collection of writings exploring the characters from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.

Author : Christopher Bram
Publisher : Harper Perennial
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2005-08-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0060780878

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Gods and Monsters by Christopher Bram Pdf

Previously titled Father of Frankenstein, this acclaimed novel was the basis for the 1998 film starring Sir Ian McKellen, Lynn Redgrave, and Brendan Fraser. It journeys back to 1957 Los Angeles, where James Whale, the once-famous director of such classics as Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein, is living in retirement, haunted by his past. Rescuing him from his too-vivid imagination is his gardener, a handsome ex-marine. The friendship between these two very different men is sometimes tentative, sometimes touching, often dangerous—and always captivating. This P.S. edition features an extra 16 pages of insights into the book, including author interviews, recommended reading, and more.

Author : Graham Allen
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2008-10-23
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781441120885

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Shelley's Frankenstein by Graham Allen Pdf

Mary Shelley's classic gothic novel, Frankenstein, is one of the most widely studied novels in English Literature. Due to its key position in the canon and its wide cultural influence, the novel has been the subject of many interpretations, which require some guidance to navigate. This book offers an authoritative, up-to-date guide for students, introducing its context, language, themes, criticism and afterlife, leading them to a more sophisticated understanding of the text. Graham Allen places Frankenstein in its historical, intellectual and cultural contexts, offering analyses of its themes, style and structure, providing exemplary close readings, and presenting an up-to-date account of its critical reception. It also includes an introduction to its substantial history as an adapted text on stage and screen and its wider influence in film and popular culture. It includes points for discussion, suggestions for further study and an annotated guide to relevant reading.

Author : Mary Wollstonecraft
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2023-10-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9783387303315

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Thoughts on the Education of Daughters; With Reflections on Female Conduct, in the More Important Duties of Life by Mary Wollstonecraft Pdf

Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.

Author : Suzanne Weyn
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2013-01-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780545510110

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Dr. Frankenstein's Daughters by Suzanne Weyn Pdf

A new generation is creating a monster.... When Doctor Victor Frankenstein died, he left behind a legacy of horror...as well as two unacknowledged, beautiful twin daughters. Now these girls are seventeen, and they've come to Frankenstein's castle to claim it as their inheritance.Giselle and Ingrid are twins, but they couldn't be more different. Giselle is a glamorous social climber who plans on turning Frankenstein's castle into a center of high society. Ingrid, meanwhile, is quiet and studious, drawn to the mysterious notebooks her father left behind...and the experiments he went mad trying to perfect.As Giselle prepares for lavish parties and Ingrid finds herself falling for the sullen, wounded naval officer next door, a sinister force begins to take hold in the castle. Nobody's safe as Frankenstein's legacy leads to a twisted, macabre journey of romance and horror.

Author : Kenneth Oppel
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2012-05-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781442403161

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This Dark Endeavor by Kenneth Oppel Pdf

When his twin brother falls ill in the family's chateau in the independent republic of Geneva, Victor Frankenstein embarks on a quest to create the Elixir of Life described in an ancient text in the family's secret Biblioteka Obscura.

Author : Linda Bailey
Publisher : Tundra Books
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2018-08-28
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781770495616

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Mary Who Wrote Frankenstein by Linda Bailey Pdf

The inspiring story of the girl behind one of the greatest novels -- and monsters -- ever, perfectly timed for the 200th anniversary of the publication of Frankenstein. For fans for picture book biographies such as I Dissent or She Persisted. How does a story begin? Sometimes it begins with a dream, and a dreamer. Mary is one such dreamer, a little girl who learns to read by tracing the letters on the tombstone of her famous feminist mother, Mary Wollstonecraft, and whose only escape from her strict father and overbearing stepmother is through the stories she reads and imagines. Unhappy at home, she seeks independence, and at the age of sixteen runs away with poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, another dreamer. Two years later, they travel to Switzerland where they meet a famous poet, Lord Byron. On a stormy summer evening, with five young people gathered around a fire, Byron suggests a contest to see who can create the best ghost story. Mary has a waking dream about a monster come to life. A year and a half later, Mary Shelley's terrifying tale, Frankenstein: or, the Modern Prometheus, is published -- a novel that goes on to become the most enduring monster story ever and one of the most popular legends of all time. A riveting and atmospheric picture book about the young woman who wrote one of the greatest horror novels ever written and one of the first works of science fiction, Mary Who Wrote Frankenstein is an exploration of the process of artistic inspiration that will galvanize readers and writers of all ages.

Author : Steve Niles
Publisher : IDW Publishing
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2018-10-03
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781684065448

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Frankenstein Alive, Alive: The Complete Collection by Steve Niles Pdf

Inspired by Mary Shelley's immortal gothic horror tale, Frankenstein Alive, Alive brings new life to the Promethean monster, courtesy of Steve Niles (30 Days of Night) and Bernie Wrightson (Frankenstein, Swamp Thing). Victor Frankenstein's cobbled together creature continues his adventures, embarking on a journey to discover his own humanity. This collection includes the four-issue series along with an extended gallery section of never-before-seen layouts and pencils by Wrightson, all scanned from the original art. Additional art is supplied in the final chapter by Kelley Jones (at Wrightson's request), who stepped in to complete the series upon the comic book legend's untimely passing.