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Theme of Loneliness in Mary Shelley's Frankenstein
In the novel, Frankenstein, Mary Shelley portrays the theme of loneliness in the monster, Dr. Frankenstein and Robert Walton. Feelings of loneliness usually result in violence particularly between the monster and Dr. Frankenstein. After Dr. Frankenstein abandons his horrific creation, it becomes enveloped with loneliness which eventually causes it to turn to violence. This rage eventually grows to the point where the monster is willing to harm his creator's own family which results in the chase of the monster by Dr. Frankenstein. The novel begins with various letters written to Robert Walton by his sister. This also explores the theme of loneliness because it seems as though Walton has no other companion or friend to write to. Throughout the novel, the theme of loneliness exists in the monster, Dr. Frankenstein and Robert Walton.
From the moment of his creation, the monster is exposed to loneliness...
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