David Sala reimagines Frankenstein creature as newborn in new graphic novel
David Sala, a Strasbourg-based comic artist known for audacious literary reinterpretations, has turned his attention to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. In an interview with Le Monde, Sala describes his approach to the mythical creature, stating it is less an undead being than a newborn. The project marks Sala's latest engagement with classic literature, following his previous works that reimagine canonical texts. The interview was published on May 11, 2026.
Key facts
- David Sala is a comic artist based in Strasbourg.
- Sala is known for audacious reinterpretations of major literary works.
- His new project focuses on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.
- Sala describes the creature as 'less an undead than a newborn'.
- The interview was published in Le Monde on May 11, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- David Sala
- Mary Shelley
Institutions
- Le Monde
Locations
- Strasbourg
- France