Impulsive In Frankenstein

In the novel Frankenstein, the monster was a creature who is responsible for many murders and he should be charged for his actions. It is said that the monster is impulsive, however the monster behaves perceptively and sane. He premeditated many murders purposefully, knowing that it was a crime. His purpose was to take dreadful revenge from Victor by killing everyone he loves to cause him misery. The monster is responsible for the death of WIlliam, Elizabeth and Henry because he knew they were related to his creator, Victor. Therefore the monster is guilty and has a stable mind.

Someone who is suffering from mental illness could not have the knowledge to threaten others. However the monster did. He said, “I will be with you on your wedding night” in order to seek revenge from his creator for destroying the female spouse that was being created for the monster. If the he was impulsive, why would he care about having a spouse? Why would it affect him in a such way for him to seek revenge? He also warned Victor by stating, “Beware, for I am fearless and therefore powerful”. This is another evidence that clearly shows the monster’s mental status because someone who is impulsive does not think decisions through but yet he is planning to be there on the wedding night. He also says to Vicor that he is going to kill …show more content…
This provides another evidence to show that the monster is not insane. He is smart enough to think about William's relation to Victor and how killing the boy would cause victor grief. To cover his crime the monster blames his murder on Justine, the servant who lived with the Frankenstein family. He places a locket in Justine’s pocket and makes it seem as if she is the killer. This shows how the monster premeditated his actions wisely and he is well aware of