Isolation Theme In Frankenstein

Throughout the story Frankenstein, there are many themes that transpire over the course of the novel. Some of these themes include ambition, nature, revenge, prejudice, and lost of innocence. However, the theme that can be seen the most is the feeling of isolation. Isolation plays a big role in the telling of the story, as it unfolds many of the actions that take place; from the creation of the creature, to the creature causing chaos, and to Victor hunting down his creation. To begin with, the story starts off with a sailor named Robert Walton who is sailing in the middle of the Arctic on the quest for more knowledge. Here he encounters a mysterious man that’s named Victor Frankenstein. He finds him completely tired, and almost unconscious,

For instance, Victor Frankenstein can be seen working endless nights on his creation when he s tates, “ For this I had deprived myself of rest and health” (Chapter 5, page 38). As one can see, Victor’s isolation from the world lead him to pursue his dream and create a new life form. Furthermore, not only did Victor suffer from isolation but so did Frankenstein’s creature. His appearance made him unwanted by everyone and made him feel like he is the only of his kind. For instance, this can be seen when the creature states, “When I looked around I saw and heard of none like me. Was I, the, a monster, a blot upon the earth” (Chapter 13, pg 105). Clearly the creature had feelings which were hurt and made him feel like no one would understand or comprehend his nature. To add on, more examples of the monster feeling isolated when he sees that he can’t find a mate for himself. To demonstrate, the creature can be seen saying, “I am alone and miserable: man will not associate with me; but one as deformed and horrible myself would not deny herself to me” (Chapter 16, pg 121). Undoubtedly, it is obvious that the monster was deprived of the