Breathless

The story Frankenstein by Marry Shelley has many points of interests and topics that give us information about how the people back then felt and the worries of what their future could be. One of the most notable, if not the main theme that the author wanted to express in the story, is the case of the creature who is abandoned by his creator (Victor Frankenstein) and left to roam the world alone. The creature becomes corrupted and commits a number of serious crimes towards humanity and Victor…

The nurture vs. nature debate is debated by many psychologist and sociologist. The nurture side of the debate is that a person’s traits are formed by the way one is raised. The nature aspect of the debate is that a person is born with and biologically given the traits that determine one’s perspective and personality. The authors of Psychology states that “Research reveals that nature and nurture together shape our development-every step of the way” (Myers 133). In Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein,…

in his aspirations he neglects the possible negative outcomes of his actions. Hence this ignorance results in many hardships for Victor himself. For example when he finally creates his monster Victor says, “the beauty of the dream vanished, and breathless horror and disgust filled my heart." observing his creation. Shelly uses this event to foreshadowing the upcoming consequences that Victor will face. Essentially Shelly portrays that obliviousness and unpreparedness for success both can carve a…

from a man who not only trying to break into our house but also plan to kill us. In my head I thought to myself my dog had died because of the lack of attention I gave him that morning. I asked my mom if my dog had died and she responded with a breathless voice almost as if she couldn’t breathe like if it hurt to say the word “yes our dog died”. Immediately so many regrets went through my mind, which my dog didn’t deserve to die because I chose not to listen to her when she needed me. I thought…

violence. The Outcast tells the story of a young man named Lewis Aldridge, a tortured but romantic figure who is a part of the repressive post war english society and driven to self- destruction. The story begins in the the August of 1957- the breathless summer heat appears again and again in this story, driving events to extremely shocking climaxes, reflecting unrelenting hypocrisy everywhere. The nineteen year old boy, Lewis, returns from spending nearly two years behind bars, for an…

Mary Shelley 's Frankenstein was inspired by the works of Benjamin Franklin combined with tragedy in her own life. Benjamin Franklin’s work with electricity only 66 years earlier had filled society with excitement over the possibilities for its uses, including the potential to re-animate the dead. Mary Shelley 's past was filled with death; losing three children, a stepsister, and her mother. Victor Frankenstein combined these two influences to fight death with electricity, and brought…

The tragedy of King Richard II is a play written by William Shakespeare. The setting of the play takes place in England, and much of the play is embroiled in turmoil. William Shakespeare's character John of Gaunt compares the land of England to that of the Garden of Eden and includes vivid imagery in the play with rich comparisons. Through the strong metaphors comparing England and people to the plants and nature, Shakespeare was able to make England, a country, a life of its own. In Act two…

Don't play God, or your reckless actions will catch up to you in the long run. It doesn't matter if your actions were intentional or not, you will receive major repercussions. The gothic novel Frankenstein, is narrative on the life of a scientist whose fatal flaw ended up costing the lives of his loved ones. Mary Shelley warns the reader by constructing relevant themes around the idea of playing God. Mary Shelley characterizes Victor's hate for his own creation by narrating his initial reaction…

A society without prejudice would be one filled with love and compassion. However, biased judgments are often used to determine one’s goodness. In Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, the creature is alienated and rejected by society simply based on his looks. Abandoned at birth by his own father-like figure, rejected by seemingly loving people, and misunderstood his whole life, the creature is pulled on a preventable pathway to becoming a monster. Born with an untainted heart, Victor Frankenstein’s…

starting to pull out of her spot when I reached her car. “What the hell do you want?” “How much- how much do you want for the tickets?” I asked panting. “Uhh, I don’t know, I pa-“ I pulled cash out of my wallet. “I’ll give you $250” I said, still breathless. ---Patrick’s turn--- “Patrick” Pete said, shaking my arm. I groaned and rolled over. There was no way I was getting up this early. “Dude we’re at McDonalds get up!” Pete said, giving my arm one final…