Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein Is Getting Two Premium Companion Books

Guillermo del Toro is a renowned maestro of narrative, and finally, his rendition of Mary Shelley’s timeless story of Victor Frankenstein is currently available on Netflix, complemented by a limited theatrical release in the US. Film enthusiasts will desire to explore two forthcoming volumes that provide a more profound insight into the film’s genesis. The first, Frankenstein: Written and Directed by Guillermo del Toro, is set to debut on October 28 and delves into the film’s production. Following that will be Frankenstein: The Complete Screenplay on November 25, which represents a hardcover version of the film’s complete script accompanied by a selection of additional materials.

Mary Shelley’s seminal novel–entitled Frankenstein: Or, The Modern Prometheus–was initially published in 1818, and it continues to be a beloved book even after two centuries. If you wish to experience it yourself, various new and forthcoming versions of the book are on offer. Frankenstein – Netflix Tie-in Edition is a fresh paperback release of Shelley’s novel adorned with new cover artwork from del Toro’s adaptation. It debuts on October 28 for $18, with preorders accessible at Amazon.

For those who favor a hardcover edition, multiple choices are available. The most captivating is the new Frankenstein: MinaLima Edition, launching on October 28 as well. This $45 premium hardcover includes entirely new cover art and interior illustrations, alongside seven interactive components like a fold-out map, diary pages, and more. Preorders are open at Amazon. MinaLima has crafted several additional premium interactive hardcover editions of classics–including a number that del Toro enthusiasts will appreciate, such as Pinocchio.

Currently, three other hardcover versions of Frankenstein are available, which include the Deluxe Illustrated Classics Edition priced at $23.36 (originally $40), the Deluxe Painted Edition for $15.79 (initially $35), and the stylish $15 Deluxe Hardbound Edition.

Additional Frankenstein Books

• Frankenstein – Netflix Tie-in Edition (Paperback) — $18 | Launches October 28
• Frankenstein – Deluxe Illustrated Classics Edition (Hardcover) — $23.36 ($40)
• Frankenstein – Deluxe Hardcover Painted Edition — $15.79 ($35)
• Frankenstein – Deluxe Hardbound Edition — $15
• Frankenstein – MinaLima Edition (Hardcover) — $45 | releasing October 28

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Though he’s primarily recognized for his films, Guillermo del Toro has authored several other books during his professional journey. This includes works like The Strain series, in addition to behind-the-scenes non-fiction volumes that delve into the making of his films such as The Shape of Water, Pan’s Labyrinth
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, Pinocchio, and additional titles. This also features an imminent reprint of Guillermo del Toro: Cabinet of Curiosities, which assembles the director’s notebooks into a large hardcover volume. Preorders for the fresh edition are accessible for $60 prior to its launch on October 28.

Guillermo del Toro Literature

• The Blackwood Tapes Vol. 1: The Hollow Ones (Paperback) — $5.33 ($19)
• The Devil’s Backbone (Hardcover) — $40 ($50)
• The Fall (Paperback) — $9.66 ($20)
• Frankenstein: Crafted and Helmed by Guillermo del Toro — $75 | Launches October 28
• Frankenstein: The Complete Script — $30 | Launches November 25
• Guillermo del Toro: Cabinet of Curiosities — $60 | Launches October 28
• Guillermo del Toro: The Renowned Filmmaker and His Art (Hardcover) — $19.49 ($38)
• Nightmare Alley: The Ascent and Descent of Stanton Carlisle (Hardcover) — $14 ($50)
• The Night Eternal (Paperback) — $15.71 ($20)
• Pan’s Labyrinth: Behind the Making of a Contemporary Fairy Tale (Hardcover) — $26.40 ($50)
• Pan’s Labyrinth: The Faun’s Labyrinth (Paperback) — $8.87 ($16)
• Pan’s Labyrinth: The Faun’s Labyrinth (Hardcover) — $14.69 ($20)
• Pinocchio: A Timeless Story Retold (Hardcover) — $29.87 ($60)
• The Shape of Water (Paperback) — $18.50 ($20)
• The Shape of Water (Hardcover) — $30.15
• The Shape of Water: Crafting a Fairy Tale for Challenging Times (Hardcover) — $31 ($45)
• The Strain (Paperback) — $14.43 ($20)

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For those interested in exploring the imaginative director’s other cinematic works, several Guillermo del Toro films on Blu-ray are currently available, encompassing early productions like Cronos, action-packed blockbusters such as Blade 2, Hellboy, and Pacific Rim, along with his darker adaptations of fairy tales like Pinocchio. Many of his films have also been issued in the Criterion Collection, including The Devil’s
Backbone, Pan’s Labyrinth, The Shape of Water, among others, each featuring an array of special attributes and improved visual quality. You will discover a compilation of even more Guillermo del Toro films offered on Blu-ray in the links below.

Guillermo del Toro Films on Blu-ray

• Blade 2 (Blu-ray) — $12
• Crimson Peak (4K) — $30 ($32.54)
• Cronos – Criterion Collection (4K) — $25 ($50)
• The Devil’s Backbone – Criterion Collection (Blu-ray) — $20 ($40)
• Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio – Criterion Collection (4K) — $25 ($50)
• Hellboy (4K) — $24.75
• Hellboy 2: The Golden Army (4K) — $13.86
• Mimic (DVD) — $8 ($11)
• Nightmare Alley – Criterion Collection (4K) — $42 | Releases October 28
• Pacific Rim (4K) — $14.10 ($19.26)
• Pan’s Labyrinth – Criterion Collection (Blu-ray) — $20 ($40)
• The Shape of Water – Criterion Collection (4K) — $25 ($50)

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