Frankenstein quotes

Walton discovers North Pole

“I may there discover the wondrous power which attracts the needle.”

Walton weather stopping boat

“my voyage is only now delayed until the weather shall permit my embarkation.”

Walton ambition

“What can stop the determined heart and resolved will of man?”

Frankenstein ambition

“It was the secrets of heaven and earth that I desired to learn”

Frankenstein on Science vs Natural Order

“I had worked hard for nearly two years, for the sole purpose of infusing life into an inanimate body.” - Victor Frankenstein, symbolizing his disregard for the natural order in pursuit of scientific achievement.

Frankenstein on Isolation and Alienation

“I am what I am; I cannot change.” - The Creature, indicating acceptance of his isolated existence and the repercussions of alienation from society.

Frankenstein on Nature vs Nurture

“The creature might have been my Adam, but I had the heart of a demon.” - Victor Frankenstein, suggesting his nurturing failures contributed to the Creature's monstrous behavior.

Frankenstein on Isolation and Alienation

“My heart was poisoned by a hellish rage.” - The Creature, describing how isolation fueled his anger and sense of alienation.

Frankenstein on Nature vs Nurture

“I found that I possessed no one to love me.” - The Creature, illustrating the impact of absence of nurturing relationships on his behavior.

Frankenstein on Science vs Natural Order

“I had feelings of affection, and they were not returned.” - The Creature, highlighting the conflict between his innate desires and societal rejection.

Frankenstein on Isolation and Alienation

“I was an infant, and a stranger, and I was alone.” - The Creature, emphasizing his isolation and longing for connection in a world that shuns him.

Frankenstein on Nature vs Nurture

“You no longer belong to me; you have proved yourself unworthy of my love.” - Victor Frankenstein, showing how nurturing neglect leads to a breakdown of relationships.

Victor’s suggestion to Walton Science vs Natural Order

“How much happier is the man who believes his native town to be the world”