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Frankenstein
Published in 1818, Frankenstein, the full title of which is Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, is a novel with Gothic elements and Romantic ideals written by Mary Shelley. It warns against the unchecked pursuit of scientific knowledge. The story describes how Victor Frankenstein, a scientist, creates a powerful man-like being whose horrific appearance makes him a lonely outcast. When Frankenstein will not create a mate for the being, his creation decides to take revenge. In the book, the creature built by Frankenstein is never given a name.
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In Frankenstein how did the stranger's parents treat him when he was a child?
He had a very loving childhood, because of his parents - Alphonse and Caroline Frankenstein. He was bestowed 'inexhaustible stores of affection from a very mine of love' from his parents. His passion for 'creating life' may have started on the day that he witnesses his first lightening storm, where he was, being clever from a young age, able to fully appreciate the power of the forces of nature. Also, the death of his mother from Scarlet fever may have been another inspiration for him to create life so that he could make people immortal. He admits, though, that his greatest aim was to create a sub-species that would call him father, creator or even God. His quest to create life makes it seem as if he wanted the role of God.
In Frankenstein how does the monster want to heal his loneliness?
The Monster wanted a companion because he was sick of being alone, he did find some comfort in being by himself in nature but it wasn't as satisfying as human contact. He also felt that if a humans wouldn't speak to him than a creature of his own kind, of which he could relate to, would understand and the monster could live peacefully and feel as close as he could to what it would be like to be loved and to be human.
Is the monster in Frankenstein novel redeemable?
Initially Yes, very much so. He was made to be superior to the average human. However the cruelty of his 'up-bringing' leaves him seriously marred. Still, at the end he continues to demonstrate certain virtues.
What was the publisher and year of Mary shelly's Frankenstein?
The publisher was Harding, Mavor & Jones and the year was 1818. This version was titled Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus. It was issued as "anonymous". A second edition was credited to Shelley in 1823. Then in 1831 under Henry Colburn & Richard Bentley a heavily revised edition(done by Shelley) was published. This edition is the most widely read version today.
What are the effects of Victor Frankensteins actions?
He wants to create life (influenced by his mothers death) and takes parts from dead corpses. He completely cuts contact from his family and fiancee and makes this monster.
When it comes to life, it is ugly, yellow skin, flowing black hair. but covered in scars from the stitches.
He has no name apart from Frankenstein's monster. He feels abandoned and kills humans.
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What are some parallel characteristics of Frankenstein and Nightmare on Elm Street?
HALLOWEENs Dr Sam Loomis (Donald Pleasence) is named after Marion Crane (Janet Leigh)'s lover Sam Loomis (John Gavin) in PSYCHO. HALLOWEENs heroine actress Jamie Lee Curtis is the daughter of PSYCHOs heroine actress Leigh. HALLOWEENs character Marion Chambers refers to PSYCHOs characters Marion (Leigh) and Deputy Sheriff Al Chambers (John McIntire).
How is Frankenstein romantic novel?
I will make you the good real answer, sorry wiki, The rain pattered dismally against the panes, and my candle nearly burnt out, when, by the glimmer of the half-extinguished light, I saw the dull yellow eye of the creature open. This is the answer to the following question: Which excerpt best identifies Frankenstein as a Gothic novel
(If I am wrong tell me in the comments below)
What is the setting of letter?
The setting of an article is were the article or story takes place. For example:
Stanly and Andy played in the garden with toys. The setting of that sentence is
the garden because Stanly and Andy were playing in the garden. So the setting is were the characters are or were the people are, if it's France or China, or the park or the mall, or even in a fish!
Does Frankenstein have bolts through his head or neck?
In the books by Mary Shelley, the Creature did not have bolts in his neck. In popular interpretation, however, he is depicted with bolts.
What is Elizabeth's last name in Frankenstein?
Elizabeth is Victors wife, and she loves him, but is often annoyed by his scientific pursuits.
Whom did Frankenstein meet after he had ascended to the summit of Montanvert?
He meets his creation, see page 94, 3 pages in of chapter 10
Why does Robert Walton want to go to the arctic in Frankenstein?
At the end of Frankenstein, Dr. Frankenstein was being chased by his creation because it wanted to know if it had a soul. The Doctor had been chased all over the world and ended up there to get as far away from the monster as possible.
In Frankenstein what happened when the creature shows himself to the cottagers?
The cottagers couldn't pay their rent and their crops were frozen in the ground so they couldn't harvest them and sell them on the market for rent. The monster being extra-strong harvested their crops for them and thereby enabled them to get on with their lives.
Who saw Victor destroy the female creature in Mary Shelley's Frankenstein?
The first, male monster saw Victor destroy the female creature.
In Mary Shelley's Frankenstein how does the creature respond to fire?
In the book, the creature saw that fire was warm, and so he thrust his hand into the flames, which of course burned him. Ultimately, the creature was confused by it because he understood how to preserve it but not how to make it.
Did victor Frankenstein get sick after he created the monster?
Yes, very sick from ill nutrition and fatigue.
How many people did Frankenstein's monster murder?
The monster directly murders three people: Henry, Elizabeth, and William
But he is also the cause of Justine's death when he frames her for the murder of William.
And he is also somewhat responsible for the death of Victors father, who dies from grief because the monster killed most of his family.
Frankenstein- after two years of study why does victor consider going home?
The creature Victor created murdered Victor's younger brother, William.
What is Mary Shelly Frankenstein about?
Doctor Frankenstein and his monster both turn out to be alive , not killed as previously believed . Doctor Frankenstein wants to abandon questionable scientific experimentation but when a 'mad' scientist , Doctor Septimus Pretorius kidnaps his wife , Dr. Frankenstein agrees to help him create a new creature , a woman , to be the companion/wife of the monster .
What countries does victor Frankenstein travel to in the novel Frankenstein?
I'm not sure if these are all of the locations but these are some.
What was frankensteins brother called?
Victor's brothers' names were William and Ernest Frankenstein.
What motivated Mary Shelley to write Frankenstein?
well..when she was younger her father used to dress as it and when she was 6 he started to rape her in her sleep and that's all she could see. so then she decided to show her feelings in a book and hope one day that someone ( hopefully her father) realise that it was wrong (but VERY enjoyable to be able to loss your V at the age of 6). and that's why she wrote the book. :) glad this helped you ^o^
