Ignorance In Frankenstein

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Frankenstein, written by Mary Shelley, expands upon the notion that all of mankind faces the internal struggles of responsibility, no matter how intellectually superior.(Shelley) Shelley depicts a man, Victor Frankenstein, whose brilliant mind only evolves, as he is nurtured throughout his adolescence in environments filled with loving friends and family.(Shelley) However, despite growing up in a household with strong morals, Victor crumbles with cowardice at the sight of his greatest scientific achievement. After creating artificial life and demonstrating his intellectual prowess, Frankenstein becomes immensely burdened by the weight of his actions and is unable to properly express his grief.(Shelley) As a result of his agony, all of his loved ones eventually perish because of Victor's decision to withhold the truth. Shelley utilizes Frankenstein’s remorse in order to demonstrate the dangers and consequences which follow secrecy. …show more content…
By not informing the public about the present danger which he manifested, the countryside, as well as, his own family becomes susceptible to his guilty nature. For example, in chapter twenty-one, Victor states, “Have my murderous machinations deprived you also, my dearest Henry of life?”(Shelley,pg.129) As a result of Victor secluding the imposing danger, his best friend suffered death because of his inability to confess his mistake. However, the consequences of secrecy are portrayed as both unmerciful and unfaltering, with the death of his wife, Elizabeth. For instance, in chapter twenty-two, Victor states, “Those were the last moments of my life during which I enjoyed the feeling of happiness.”(Shelley,pg.142) Frankenstein was a man of great potential, who excelled in the academic field, however this ability does not exclude one from bad