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 Who do you think is a real monster?

Human curiosity leads to bold actions. It starts every adventure, study, and discovery. The natural desire to learn and ask questions creates many opportunities. Some of these bring joy, while others bring frustration and sadness.

In Mary Shelley's novel Frankenstein, published in 1818, the story is about Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who tries to bring a dead body to life. The novel is also called The Modern Prometheus. In Greek mythology, Prometheus was a figure who created humans from clay and gave them fire, which belonged only to the gods.

Like Prometheus, Victor Frankenstein tries to give humans something that only God should control—immortality, or the ability to live forever. However, his experiment fails, and this failure causes terrible consequences. Victor’s actions lead to a series of tragic events because he does not take responsibility for his creation. The creature he brings to life feels abandoned and rejected, which makes it angry and vengeful, destroying relationships and causing much suffering.

Novel Frankenstein, the story begins with a frame narrative, where Captain Robert Walton, an explorer on an expedition to the North Pole, writes letters to his sister, Margaret, in England. During his journey, Walton and his crew rescue a weak, nearly frozen man named Victor Frankenstein, who is floating on an ice sheet. As Victor recovers, he learns that Walton is driven by a strong desire for knowledge and fame, much like he was. Seeing this, Victor decides to share the tragic story of his life as a warning to Walton about the dangers of such obsessions. Through letters, Walton tells his sister about Victor's misfortunes and how his pursuit of knowledge ultimately led to his downfall.

Victor Frankenstein, a man from a wealthy family in Geneva. His parents are Alphonse Frankenstein and Caroline Beaufort, and he has two younger brothers, Ernest and William. The family also adopts a girl named Elizabeth Lavenza, who is raised as Victor's cousin. Another girl, Justine Moritz, comes to live with them as a servant after her mother dies. Victor has a close childhood friend named Henry Clerval.

From a young age, Victor is very interested in science, and when he goes to the University of Ingolstadt, he focuses on chemistry and the study of the human body. After his mother dies when he is seventeen, Victor becomes obsessed with the idea of death. To cope with his grief, he dedicates himself to finding a way to bring life to the dead. After months of studying and experimenting, Victor finally creates a living creature. However, instead of being proud, he is horrified by the monster he has made—a giant, 8-foot-tall figure with glowing eyes and yellowish, see-through skin.

Terrified by the creature's appearance, Victor runs away and abandons it. The shock of the experience makes him very sick, and his friend Henry helps him recover. After some time, Victor learns that his youngest brother, William, has been murdered, which makes him even more devastated.

In actual , Victor don't want to create any monster and also monster not want to behave like a monster . Lack of emotion and  with out lady companion monster killed Victor's family. 

Justine Moritz, who was William’s nanny, is wrongly convicted of his murder because William’s locket is found in her pocket. Out of fear, she confesses to the crime, even though she’s innocent. She is later executed. Victor, William’s older brother, is devastated because he knows that Justine didn’t commit the crime. Instead, he realizes that the monster he created is responsible for William’s death. However, he feels powerless because no one would believe him if he told the truth.

To escape his guilt, Victor goes to the mountains, where the monster finds him. The monster shares his story with Victor, confirming that he killed William and framed Justine. The creature, rejected by society because of his frightening appearance, becomes filled with anger. He blames Victor for creating him and demands that Victor make a female companion for him. He argues that he deserves happiness and promises to disappear forever if Victor grants his request. If Victor refuses, the monster threatens to kill the rest of Victor’s loved ones.

At first, Victor reluctantly agrees, but as he works on creating the female creature, he becomes worried about the potential dangers. He fears that the two creatures might reproduce, leading to a race of monsters that could destroy humanity. Overcome by these fears, Victor destroys the female creature before finishing it.

The monster, furious, vows revenge. As part of his revenge, he kills Victor’s best friend, Henry Clerval, and frames Victor for the murder. Victor is imprisoned in Ireland and suffers a mental breakdown. After being released, he returns home and plans to marry Elizabeth. However, on the night of their wedding, the monster kills Elizabeth. Victor tries to shoot the monster, but it escapes.

Victor’s sorrow deepens after the deaths of both Elizabeth and his father.

The novel uses the frame tale structure and multiple narrative voices to emphasize important details, helping the reader better understand the story. This technique makes the novel more engaging, as though the events are being told directly to the audience. There are three main plot lines that enrich the story: Robert Walton's journey, Victor Frankenstein's experiences, and the monster's perspective. Each of these storylines contributes to the overall texture of the narrative.

One of the major themes of the novel is revenge as a result of rejection. Rejection can take many forms, and some instances can have a deeper impact than others. Humans are inherently social beings, so we naturally seek acceptance from others and from society. When someone is rejected, it often leads to negative emotions, such as anger or resentment. In the case of Victor Frankenstein and his creation, this feeling of revenge caused by rejection is present throughout the story.

When Victor finishes creating the monster, he is horrified by its appearance and immediately rejects it. He describes the creature with disgust, using terms like "devil" and "vile insect," clearly expressing his feelings of abandonment and hatred. He even goes as far as saying, "Devil! Do you dare approach me! Begone, vile insect! Or rather, stay, that I may trample you to dust!" This shows how much Victor despises his own creation.

On the other hand, the monster also feels rejected, not just by Victor but by society as a whole. It blames Victor for its misery, as seen in the monster's words: "Cursed, cursed creator! Why did I live? Why, in that instant, did I not extinguish the spark of existence, which you had so wantonly bestowed? My feelings were those of rage and revenge!" The monster's rage is a direct result of feeling abandoned and unloved.

As the story progresses, both Victor and the creature develop a deep antagonistic relationship, each blaming the other for their suffering. This cycle of revenge and rejection continues, driving much of the conflict in the novel.

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein teaches an important lesson about the dangers of misusing knowledge. Victor Frankenstein, the scientist, creates a monster but abandons it, and this neglect leads to tragic consequences. The monster, rejected by both its creator and society, becomes angry and seeks revenge. This desire for revenge causes misery and death for both Victor and the monster, as well as those close to Victor.

In today's world, with advances in science and technology, Frankenstein reminds us to use knowledge responsibly. While science can bring many benefits, we must be careful not to interfere with nature or try to take on the role of God. Misusing knowledge can lead to disaster, as seen in Victor's story. The novel warns that there are serious consequences when we try to push the boundaries of nature without considering the risks.

Refrences 

www.wikipedia. com 

https://youtu.be/dsYyBdg4emI?si=GKohuc5xvr9vYQjc