“I am full of fears, for if I fail there, I am an outcast in the world forever.” (Shelly 15). In the novels Grendel and Frankenstein, the main characters hold many similarities and differences. For example both the Monster and Frankenstein resent their Creators and are lonely, shunned outsiders. However, while the Monster’s motive for violence is revenge, Grendel’s is simply done out of blood-thirstiness.
One of the similarities that both creatures share is neither have any friends due to their alienation by humans. This is shown in the following quote: “I shake my head, muttering darkly on shaded paths, holding conversation with the only friend and comfort this world affords, my shadow.”(Gardener 8). This quote from Grendel highlights the
One of the similarities that both creatures share is neither have any friends due to their alienation by humans. This is shown in the following quote: “I shake my head, muttering darkly on shaded paths, holding conversation with the only friend and comfort this world affords, my shadow.”(Gardener 8). This quote from Grendel highlights the