- Is this the full novel or an abridged version?
- It is the complete, unabridged text of Frankenstein. Nothing is cut.
- Does it include notes or an introduction?
- No. It has the novel and a brief note on the author and period, but no footnotes or critical essays.
- Which edition of the text is this, 1818 or 1831?
- Dover's Thrift edition prints the 1818 first edition text. Check with your instructor if your class assigns the 1831 revision.
- Is the print easy to read?
- It is legible but small and tightly set. Readers with vision issues may prefer a larger trade paperback.
- Is $1.95 a good price?
- Yes. At $1.95 at alibris as of November 7, 2026, it is near the bottom of its recent range and about as cheap as a new copy gets.
- Is it suitable for a high school or college class?
- Yes, if the syllabus does not require annotations. Many classes use this edition because it is cheap and complete.
- Where is the Frankenstein Dover Thrift Editions Classic Novels cheapest?
- At alibris, for $1.95, 65% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Frankenstein Dover Thrift Editions Classic Novels?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including alibris, Walmart, Target, Booksamillion.