“There is love in me the likes of which you’ve never seen. There is rage in me the likes of which should never escape. If I am not satisfied in the one, I will indulge the other.”
As a young man, Frankenstein happens to study the wrong science books. He is fascinated with the research and is captivated with the idea of how life is created. When he goes away to college, he is told he is on the wrong track and needs to read and study different authors. Instead of taking correction, he resolves to prove the theories he’s been studying by working on creating a man and bringing him to life. However, he doesn’t stop and think what will happen if he succeeds.
My husband and I are reading some classic books together and we started with Frankenstein this year. I’ve never read it or watched any of the movies, so I went into it without prejudice except that I thought the monster was named Frankenstein. He’s not.
After Frankenstein brings his man to life, he quickly realizes he created a monster. The book never describes the monster, but does say Frankenstein is created with parts found in crypts. Frankenstein flees, but the monster tracks him down and wants him to create a spouse for him. If he doesn’t, the monster promises to make Frankenstein’s life a nightmare.
I am glad that I have finally read this classic story. It was different than what I expected. The book is very descriptive and slow in parts, but it brings to mind many topics that created some good discussion with my husband. I can see why it would be a good read in a classroom setting. I’m looking forward to watching a movie or two based on the book to see how it was brought to the screen.
Have you read Frankenstein? What did you think? Share in the comments.