Beyond Monsters: The Humanity of Frankenstein
Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, published in 1818, is a chilling gothic masterpiece that transcends its monster-story label. It explores themes of scientific ambition, societal rejection, and the very nature of good and evil.
The Birth of a Monster: Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but obsessed scientist, assembles a creature from body parts and brings it to life through an unspecified scientific method. Repulsed by his creation’s grotesque appearance, Victor abandons the creature, leaving it to fend for itself in a world that fears and rejects it.
In conclusion: The unnamed creature longs for connection and understanding. He educates himself by secretly reading books left near his hiding place, learning about human history, philosophy, and literature. Despite his intellectual capacity, the creature is ostracized by society solely for his appearance, fueling his anger and despair.
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