The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button (Illustrated) #943692

• Illustrated Edition with 20 beautifully crafted illustrations
• Includes a complete story summary
• Features a detailed characters list
• Contains an insightful author biography of F. Scott Fitzgerald

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is one of the most imaginative and thought-provoking stories ever written—a timeless classic that dares to ask: what if life moved in reverse?
Born with the appearance of an old man and aging backward through time, Benjamin Button lives a life unlike any other. As the world around him moves forward—through love, ambition, success, and loss—Benjamin journeys in the opposite direction, growing younger with each passing year. His extraordinary condition places him perpetually out of sync with society, forcing him to confront isolation, identity, and the bittersweet nature of human connection.
Set against the backdrop of American society from the late nineteenth century onward, F. Scott Fitzgerald blends fantasy, irony, and emotional depth to explore the fleeting nature of time and the illusion of control over life’s course. Moments of romance, family, and personal triumph are touched by quiet tragedy as Benjamin discovers that even when time moves differently, the heart still longs for understanding and belonging.
This illustrated edition brings Fitzgerald’s unforgettable tale to life with evocative artwork and enriching supplementary content, making it perfect for both new readers and classic literature enthusiasts. Elegant, moving, and deeply memorable, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button remains a powerful meditation on aging, love, and what it truly means to live.