How is the Frankenstein story presented? What aspects are emphasized or downplayed? (For example, many versions present the tale as a horror story and do not portray the monster sympathetically).

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Alvin Vaughan

10 November, 16:32

How is the Frankenstein story presented? What aspects are emphasized or downplayed? (For example, many versions present the tale as a horror story and do not portray the monster sympathetically).

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Cecilia Wilcox · Answer 1

Frankenstein story has produced the most famous monster in literature. the novel adaptations has presented the monster as horrifying because of his potential to cause harm. However, Shelley has portrayed the monster as a complex being who is frightening to people because of his gigantic side but has feelings of loneliness rooted deep within him.

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The monster was legitimately frightening because he has performed various act of violence throughout the novel. However, he was violent because of being rejected company various time and struggles to find a family. His persistent rejection by the community makes him a figure to be sympathized. The readers when see the monster from Frankenstein's view, they portray him as disgusting and frightening because of his supernatural power.