--- product_id: 350842670 title: "Frankenstein: A Norton Critical Edition" price: "173 zł" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/350842670-frankenstein-a-norton-critical-edition store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # Frankenstein: A Norton Critical Edition **Price:** 173 zł **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Frankenstein: A Norton Critical Edition - **How much does it cost?** 173 zł with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/350842670-frankenstein-a-norton-critical-edition) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: Frankenstein: A Norton Critical Edition: 9780393644029: Shelley, Mary, Hunter, J Paul: Books Review: A Classic That Reads Even Better in the Norton Critical Edition - I picked up the Norton Critical Edition of Frankenstein, and it’s easily one of the best versions of this novel I’ve read. The story itself is still powerful—Mary Shelley’s mix of horror, emotion, and philosophical questions holds up incredibly well—but this edition adds a lot of depth without getting in the way of the actual reading experience. The text is clean, readable, and presented the way Shelley intended, which makes revisiting the novel feel fresh even if you’ve read it before. What really makes this edition stand out is the supplemental material. The essays and historical documents give you a clearer sense of what Shelley was responding to when she wrote the book, and they add layers you don’t get from basic printings. You see how ideas about science, morality, responsibility, and even early debates about “playing God” shaped the story. The critical essays are varied enough that you get several perspectives without feeling overwhelmed. The annotations are another highlight. They’re helpful without being intrusive, and they fill in details that make certain scenes or references easier to appreciate. You can read straight through without checking the notes, or you can take your time and explore the background—either way, it enhances the experience instead of breaking the flow. Overall, this is a five-star edition of a five-star classic. If you want Frankenstein in a format that’s both enjoyable to read and rich with context, the Norton Critical Edition is absolutely worth having on your shelf. Ready whenever you are for the next item. Review: In excellent quality - Came exactly as advertised! Definitely helped for my class! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #27,992 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #6 in British & Irish Literary Criticism (Books) #9 in Gothic & Romantic Literary Criticism (Books) #977 in Classic Literature & Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (275) | | Dimensions | 5 x 1.3 x 8.3 inches | | Edition | 3rd ed. | | ISBN-10 | 0393644022 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0393644029 | | Item Weight | 2.31 pounds | | Language | English | | Part of series | Norton Critical Editions | | Print length | 584 pages | | Publication date | September 8, 2021 | | Publisher | W. W. Norton & Company | | Reading age | 1 year and up | ## Images ![Frankenstein: A Norton Critical Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61SffW1HxML.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Classic That Reads Even Better in the Norton Critical Edition *by T***M on December 10, 2025* I picked up the Norton Critical Edition of Frankenstein, and it’s easily one of the best versions of this novel I’ve read. The story itself is still powerful—Mary Shelley’s mix of horror, emotion, and philosophical questions holds up incredibly well—but this edition adds a lot of depth without getting in the way of the actual reading experience. The text is clean, readable, and presented the way Shelley intended, which makes revisiting the novel feel fresh even if you’ve read it before. What really makes this edition stand out is the supplemental material. The essays and historical documents give you a clearer sense of what Shelley was responding to when she wrote the book, and they add layers you don’t get from basic printings. You see how ideas about science, morality, responsibility, and even early debates about “playing God” shaped the story. The critical essays are varied enough that you get several perspectives without feeling overwhelmed. The annotations are another highlight. They’re helpful without being intrusive, and they fill in details that make certain scenes or references easier to appreciate. You can read straight through without checking the notes, or you can take your time and explore the background—either way, it enhances the experience instead of breaking the flow. Overall, this is a five-star edition of a five-star classic. If you want Frankenstein in a format that’s both enjoyable to read and rich with context, the Norton Critical Edition is absolutely worth having on your shelf. Ready whenever you are for the next item. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ In excellent quality *by C***E on February 1, 2026* Came exactly as advertised! Definitely helped for my class! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The romantic classic. *by L***T on March 8, 2026* The classic, romantic, novel of AI. ## Frequently Bought Together - Frankenstein: A Norton Critical Edition (Norton Critical Editions) - Jane Eyre: A Norton Critical Edition (Norton Critical Editions) - Dracula: A Norton Critical Edition (Norton Critical Editions) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pl/products/350842670-frankenstein-a-norton-critical-edition](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/350842670-frankenstein-a-norton-critical-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart Poland* *Store origin: PL* *Last updated: 2026-04-29*