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Monster, Literary Analysis
Monster
There are several themes throughout this story. Introspection, Steve must come to terms with his own identity. He accomplishes this throughout the novel in his journal entries which he makes during his time in jail awaiting trial. Peer Pressure, This theme is the basis for how he ended up in his current situation. Had he…
Debates Over the Existence of Loch Ness Monster
Monster
The debate surrounding the Loch Ness monster’s existence has persisted among scientists and enthusiasts for a long time. Despite extensive use of sonar and tracking devices, no concrete evidence confirming the presence of the Loch Ness monster has been found. However, there are captivating tales and legends associated with it. The lack of substantial proof…
The Invisible Monster Analysis
Monster
INTRODUCTION When someone told you there’s an earthquake going on somewhere in the country, you smile but you don’t quite know why. You giggled to yourself when a famous celebrity died with unknown reasons and you laugh hysterically when one of your close friend mysteriously commited suicide. It’s that kind sick fascination that had me…
The Monster of our Generation
Monster
Our world has been willingly consumed by the monster we call technology. Technology is sly as it maneuvers around us, growing, until there is no escape from the concealed threats the beast acquires. The monster of our generation has falsely been accused of simplifying peoples’ lives and lowering stress levels, where in reality, just the…
Delphine Lalaurie and Celia Blassenville: Monsters from Hell
Ghost
Monster
I first saw her face on a beignet break in the French Quarter. My native New Orleans tour guide/friend lay sleeping off our binge at a wine bar appropriately named Bacchanal, so I decided killing some time eating deep fried goodness to be a bonne idea. After reveling for the umpteenth time in the sinful…
Is It Possible to Judge People by Their “Cover”?
Music
Victor Frankenstein
Many songs in the entertainment industry today can relate to people’s lives, whether from personal experiences or thoughts. The line “No one knows what it’s like to be the bad man, to be the sad man, behind blue eyes” from The Who’s song “Behind Blue Eyes” is powerful and resonates with society. This line emphasizes…
Grendel the Existentialist Monster Grendels
Monster
Grendel the Existentialist Monster The monster Grendel is portrayed as an ironic observer, offering continuous examples of foolishness and self-mockery. His statements often expose his Sartrean nature, such as when he arrogantly declares, “I create the whole universe, blink by blink” (Gardner 22). Gardner seeks to emphasize the concept of solipsism here. However, it is…
Trolling through Two Tales of the Three Billy Goats Gruff
Clothing
Fairy Tale
Monster
Trolling through Two Tales of the Three Billy Goats GruffThe traditional tale of the Three Billy Goats Gruff delivers its insight on the protective role of the older family members. The story has been retold, edited and illustrated in many different versions, all of which offer a particular experience of the three goats’ adventure. The…
“The Little Green Monster” Literary Analysis
Hero
Monster
Short Story
Short stories are always much more difficult to review compared to novels, simply because the author uses so many metaphors and symbols within. Usually the audience reads it, and then analyzes it as a whole. In “The Little Green Monster” Haruki Murakami tells a story about a strange green monster that digs it way out…
Summary of Monster Culture: Seven Thesis
Culture
Monster
Monsters have been depicted and used in a multitude of ways since the beginning of time and there are many different kinds of monsters. Monsters have been used to sabotage and sway arguments, to scare and frighten, and to influence a population. The writing: Monster Culture (Seven Theses) by Jeffrey Jerome Cohen gives reason and…
| genre | Gothic novel, horror fiction, science fiction |
|---|---|
| originally published | 1818 |
| description | Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus is an 1818 novel written by English author Mary Shelley. Frankenstein tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a sapient creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. |
| setting | Much of Frankenstein 's story unfolds in Switzerland, the country in central Europe where Mary Shelley was staying when she began writing the novel. The novel's frame storyframe storyMost of the story is narrated at a police station by Jamal, who explains how he knew the answers to each of the questions as the show is played back on video. The show itself then serves as another framing device, as Jamal sees flashbacks of his past as each question is asked. |
| characters | Frankenstein's monster, Victor Frankenstein, Captain Walton, Dr. Henry Clerval |
| quotations | “Beware; for I am fearless, and therefore powerful.” “Life, although it may only be an accumulation of anguish, is dear to me, and I will defend it.” “I do know that for the sympathy of one living being, I would make peace with all. “If I cannot inspire love, I will cause fear!” |
| information | Playwright: Mary Shelley Pages: 280 Set in: England, Ireland, Italy, France, Scotland, Switzerland, Russia, Germany; late 18th century Format: Frankenstein is a multi-strand narrative with 3 different first person narrators. Shelley uses a framing deviceframing deviceMost of the story is narrated at a police station by Jamal, who explains how he knew the answers to each of the questions as the show is played back on video. The show itself then serves as another framing device, as Jamal sees flashbacks of his past as each question is asked. Lessons: One moral lesson in Frankenstein is that people need to belong and feel connected to others to survive. Another moral lesson is that humans must carefully consider the costs of scientific progress., |
