Frankenstein 'link' Jun 2026
Frankenstein is a demanding but deeply rewarding read. It is a tragedy of Greek proportions wrapped in a Gothic horror package. It requires patience with its archaic language but rewards the reader with a story that is emotionally devastating and intellectually stimulating.
| Character | Description | |-----------|-------------| | | Obsessed scientist; tragic hero (or villain). | | The Creature | Intelligent, sensitive, then vengeful; never named. | | Robert Walton | Ambitious explorer; parallel to Victor. | | Elizabeth Lavenza | Victor’s cousin/adopted sister; kind, patient, murdered. | | Henry Clerval | Victor’s childhood friend; represents Romantic idealism. | | William Frankenstein | Victor’s youngest brother; first victim. | | Justine Moritz | Family servant; executed for William’s murder. | | De Lacey family | Blind old man, son Felix, daughter Agatha; teach the Creature language and emotion. | frankenstein