Frankenstein Human Connection Essay

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In Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, Shelley reveals the need for positive human connections by showing the results of no human connection in both individuals and societies. Throughout the novel, the lack of human connection repeatedly effects different characters into a negative state of mind. The monster and Victor are both driven insane after they are left with no companions, and are forced to drown in their own isolation. The only way to temporality get out of this negative state is through good relationships with friends which brings joy and happiness. Henry and Elizabeth calm Victor through their corresponding with uplifting nature, and their ability to bring happiness in harsh times. Sadly, the significance of man’s problems remains …show more content…

The monster is created like no other person, and his appearance is especially horrific to all of mankind. He becomes increasingly lonely throughout the novel when he realizes that he will never be able to make anyone be his companion since every human is afraid of him. The monster recognizes he was inherently good by saying “I was benevolent and good; misery made me a fiend”, but he loses that goodness after being repeatedly rejected by multiple humans (Shelley 87).  The monster becomes so isolated that he begins to become corrupt, and the corruption leads to a sense of jealousy. He has the desire for something that he does not have which is a companion, and becomes obsessed with the fact that he will never have one. This obsession makes him evil, and makes him lose any sense of innocence he once had.  On the other hand, Victor is blessed with an abundance of family and friends. Sadly, the monster kills almost all of Victor’s family which leaves him in a depressed state from the loss of his loved ones. Victor feels alone without his family and explains how he goes crazy by saying “For they had called me mad, and during many months, as I understood, a solitary cell had been my habitation” (Shelley 189). He loses all human connection when he loses his family, and this inability to be with someone he can relate to makes him …show more content…

Friendship promotes positive attitudes, and can even be a refuge in hard times. Henry is mentioned throughout Frankenstein due to his importance in Victor’s life. Victor did not get along with many children because he was indifferent, but was united in a unbreakable bond with Henry. They share common interests, and often times exchange ideas that they may come across. Henry is always supportive to Victor, and always seems to see the good in nature which can heal people and make existing problems go away. When with Henry, Victor is more light hearted and even is able to release anxiety about the monster. Victor deeply loves Henry, and even describes him by saying “His soul overflowed with ardent affections, and his friendship was of that devoted and wondrous nature” (Shelley 145). Similarly, Elizabeth is a deep influence on Victor’s life which brings him great pleasure. Elizabeth is his adopted sister, and the love of his life. Victor considers her his pride and delight, and would do anything to protect her even if it meant risking his own life. Elizabeth brings out the best in Victor, and she can always brighten up his day by noticing the beauty of nature. Victor explains Elizabeth as “the beautiful and adored companion of all my occupations and my pleasures” (Shelley 21). Victor easily relates with Elizabeth which creates a strong bond

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