Peace In Mary Shelley's Frankenstein

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Frankenstein is about a doctor named Victor Frankenstein who works to create life. When he finally does, his creation brings havoc to Victor’s life. After the monster kills many characters, Victor tracks down the unnatural daemon. Eventually, Victor dies in the chase, and the sorrowful creature is found with his body. In Frankenstein, Mary Shelley utilizes the theme of nature to show the meaning of peace within Victor, and to show how peace is interrupted by the unnatural monster. In the first place, Victor is at peace with nature. He says, “Nature bade me weep no more,”(Shelley 65). Victor has been disturbed by his brother’s death and has decided to take a walk to calm down. The cool breeze and light sounds soothe him, which allows him to