Frankenstein

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

Theme

Victor finally encounters the creature he created in the Alps. Moreover, he lets the creature share his story and his encounters. During the tale, the creature shares a timeless theme that is applicable in today’s world. For example, “Yet why were these gentle beings unhappy? They possessed a delightful house (for such it was in my eyes) and every luxury; they had a fire to warm them when chill, and delicious viands when hungry; they were dressed in excellent clothes,” (Shelley, 77). The theme implied through this quote the creature shares is that how can we be unhappy with so many blessings and gifts around us. There are other people who have much less than we do, and yet, we still complain about what we do not have. The creature lives in a hovel and feels great joy and compassion from watching the family in their cottage. It is so thankful for the opportunity just to watch a family. The message is that we should be thankful for all the blessings and opportunities that have been bestowed upon us because there are many people who could only dream to have what we have.