Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Frankenstein vs. The Creature

"What does it avail that I now ask pardon of thee." p.163

Throughout this novel, I found myself sympathizing with both characters. However, if it came down to just choosing one character's side, I would have to go with the creature. All the creature wanted was just the slightest joy in his life and really never got any. Being constantly neglected and hurt would do the same to anyone in his shoes. Really, the fact that the creature was still sorry for what he did in the end after all the pain he'd been through conveys his inherently good nature. While I do think many of Victor's actions were commendable, his constant abuse towards his creation really seems to go against his values. Victor is flawed in this regard whereas the creature never had an inherent flaw. After simply being sick of seeing happiness around him and experiencing none, the creature became evil. Frankenstein was the cause for this which is why I find myself sympathizing with the creature more.

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