Tim Burton's comic-horror riff on the "Frankenstein" story --
Frankenweenie -- is in movie theaters now.
This Disney film production delivers a charming spoof on the Frankenstein legend that children are likely to enjoy.
One intriguing aspect of the movie is that it's shot in black-and-white. Burton has effectively used b-and-w in other films, and clearly believes black, white, and gray delivers the strongest impact for this picture.
Enslow Publishers' new graphic version of the classic novel
Frankenstein was also created in black and white. The book's excellent art, which resembles woodcuts in its intensity, depth, and line, draws children into the mysterious world author Mary Shelley created nearly two centuries ago. The age-appropriate text gracefully flows from frame to frame, providing young readers with an enriching, exciting experience.
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley is available in an attractive library-bound edition for the school/library price of $22.95. That rate represents a 25% discount from Enslow's list price for this book.
Other books in the "
Dark Graphic Novels" series include vivid color versions of
Chilling Tales of Horror: Dark Graphic Short Stories and
Dark Graphic Tales by Edgar Allan Poe.
