Mary Shelley�s Frankenstein, a highly suspenseful classic from the Romantic literary period, amazes me in that a nineteen-year-old young woman could have the expansive vocabulary and writing skills that are in this book. Other than having to think about some of the words as I read the book, Frankenstein exemplifies great literature. I am used to modern American authors, so this 18th-century classic contrasts with any other book I have ever read.
Trying to create life is dangerous and Victor Frankenstein realizes that he has made a dreadful mistake. Doctors today, who attempt to create life, will also be rewarded with destructive efforts. Creation belongs in God�s hands and it is not something for humans to tamper with. Overstepping the boundaries of science leaves Frankenstein with an abundance of grief and misery.
The monster�s plight portrays the most heartrending part of the book. I would feel terrible if I did not have any companionship or love. Although, I do have family and friends, I have felt rejection and loneliness like the monster. Rejecting a person because of their appearance shows the superficiality and shallowness of society. I have tried to befriend some people who the majority will not accept and most of the time they tend to be great people. The monster would have been a generous, loving soul if society had accepted him.
Frankenstein�s injustice caused innocent people to suffer. I have been in situations where students disobeyed the rules and I had to suffer with the guilty party. Frankenstein�s family suffered because he abandoned his creation. My family has experienced a few problems that one person�s mistake caused. When a group has to suffer for one person�s wrongdoings, this does not portray fairness; however, society�s standards are unfair.
Social rejection causes misery, but this can turn into anger and vengeance. I have been excluded before and I wanted to have revenge. Although the monster committed atrocious crimes by murdering people, I do not blame him for wanting revenge. I feel sorry for the monster, but I am also glad that Frankenstein seeks revenge for his family and friend�s deaths. Overall, I sympathize with both the monster and Victor. |
