FRANKESTEIN - CHAPTER 24

THE MONSTER

IS BACK!

INDEX

HYSTORICAL PERIOD

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FRANKESTEIN PLOT

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MARY SHELLEY

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CHAPTER 24

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THEMES & ANALYSES

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FROM FRANKESTEIN...

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THE DEATH

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BIOETHICS & A.I.

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MARY SHELLEY

Mary Shelley was a British writer best known for her novel "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus," published anonymously in 1818. She eloped with poet Percy Shelley at sixteen. Their relationship, marked by personal tragedies, fueled her creative output. "Frankenstein" is considered a pioneering work in science fiction, exploring themes of ambition and creation. She died in 1851, leaving behind a literary legacy that endures to this day.

HYSTORICAL PERIOD

"Frankenstein" was written in the early 19th century, a period known as the Romantic era. During this period, novel writing was strongly influenced by the innovations of the time:

• scientific advancements
• industrial revolution
• literary and philosophical movements

FRANKESTEIN PLOT

"Frankenstein" is the story of Victor Frankenstein, a scientist obsessed with the idea of creating life. After bringing a monstrous creature to life, Victor abandons it out of fear. Rejected by society, the creature seeks revenge and destroys Victor's life. The story culminates in a deadly confrontation between Victor and the creature, ending with the creature's remorse and disappearance. The novel explores themes of ambition, responsibility, and the consequences of human actions.

+FUNFACT

FROM FRANKESTEIN...

We found some similarities between Frankestein and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

• Scientific Ambition and Hubris
• The Duality of Human Nature
• Fear and Alienation
• Moral Responsibility

CHAPTER 24

In the final letters to his sister, Walton recounts the events leading up to Victor Frankenstein's death. Despite being trapped in ice, Victor convinces the crew to continue their journey, but eventually agrees to turn back to England. Just before their departure, Victor dies, and Walton hears strange noises from his room. Investigating, he finds the monster weeping over Victor's body, expressing regret for his actions and readiness to die. The monster then leaves into the darkness. Walton reflects on the monster's words, which reveal his inner suffering and the injustice he feels. This also symbolizes the monster as an unwanted creation, abandoned by his creator.

THEMES

• In Chapter 24 of "Frankenstein," some important themes include:
• Ambition
• Responsibility and Consequences
• Isolation and Loneliness
• Redemption and Forgiveness
• Hubris and Tragedy

"I, the miserable and the abandoned, am an abortion, to be spurned at, and kicked, and trampled on."

THE DEATH

• Frankenstein dies trying to destroy the Monster.
• The Monster feels sorry and plans to kill himself.
• The Monster learns from his mistakes.

• Different opinions on whether Frankenstein is the true villain.
• Uncertainty about the Monster's death, maybe a trick to avoid being chased.

"I shall die, and what I now feel be no longer felt."

BIOETHICS

"Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley connects with bioethics because it raises important questions about science and ethics in an easy-to-understand way.

• Responsibility
• Freedom and Identity
• Prejudice
• Limits of Human Intervention
• Consequences of Science

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