Control
As humans we have a tendency to want control over our lives. Control acts as a safety blanket from all the uncertainties thrown our way. Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein proves this with a cautionary tale of what happens in the absence of control. Victor Frankenstein, the main character of Shelley’s story, acts as a prime example of the constant need for a sense of control. His mission in life; changing the laws of science and death at the time. Victor’s charismatic nature and inherently smart ways are just the fuel for his deep need for power over what scientifically has never been altered. He wants to create life from death, an incomprehensible concept that he believes he can overcome. His need to be in charge creates a false perception …show more content…
Victor Frankenstein sets out to break the laws of human nature and science in his efforts to create life from death, a never before seen phenomenon. His intention in doing so fill his god complex and infatuation with control. Throughout this process his obsession with a need to gain control encourages him to make new discoveries. Victor presents this need for control when he describes the endeavours he has begun to delve into; “So much has been done, exclaimed the soul of Frankenstein—more, far more, will I achieve; treading in the steps already marked, I will pioneer a new way, explore unknown powers, and unfold to the world the deepest mysteries of creation” (Shelley 49). This clearly shows Frankenstein’s need to push boundaries and surpass normal moral limitations. Victor refers to himself in the third person “Frankenstein” implying his self centeredness, the significance of this lies within narcissistic tone of this quote. “I will pioneer a new way” reflects in tone as if to say he is the one and only to make a radical change in history. Not only does this present evidence of ego but also power. Victor expresses his desire for knowledge, and an understanding of how life is created, to “explore unknown powers”, a direct reference to the connotation of god or an unworldly presence. God refers to the creator of life and here Victor sets out to play him. Initially Victor sees no faults in his pursuits, and a clouded sense of control lead him to self
As humans we have a tendency to want control over our lives. Control acts as a safety blanket from all the uncertainties thrown our way. Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein proves this with a cautionary tale of what happens in the absence of control. Victor Frankenstein, the main character of Shelley’s story, acts as a prime example of the constant need for a sense of control. His mission in life; changing the laws of science and death at the time. Victor’s charismatic nature and inherently smart ways are just the fuel for his deep need for power over what scientifically has never been altered. He wants to create life from death, an incomprehensible concept that he believes he can overcome. His need to be in charge creates a false perception …show more content…
Victor Frankenstein sets out to break the laws of human nature and science in his efforts to create life from death, a never before seen phenomenon. His intention in doing so fill his god complex and infatuation with control. Throughout this process his obsession with a need to gain control encourages him to make new discoveries. Victor presents this need for control when he describes the endeavours he has begun to delve into; “So much has been done, exclaimed the soul of Frankenstein—more, far more, will I achieve; treading in the steps already marked, I will pioneer a new way, explore unknown powers, and unfold to the world the deepest mysteries of creation” (Shelley 49). This clearly shows Frankenstein’s need to push boundaries and surpass normal moral limitations. Victor refers to himself in the third person “Frankenstein” implying his self centeredness, the significance of this lies within narcissistic tone of this quote. “I will pioneer a new way” reflects in tone as if to say he is the one and only to make a radical change in history. Not only does this present evidence of ego but also power. Victor expresses his desire for knowledge, and an understanding of how life is created, to “explore unknown powers”, a direct reference to the connotation of god or an unworldly presence. God refers to the creator of life and here Victor sets out to play him. Initially Victor sees no faults in his pursuits, and a clouded sense of control lead him to self