Plot Overview
Frankenstein follows Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who creates a sentient creature from dead matter. Horrified by his creation, Victor abandons the creature, which then seeks revenge after being rejected by society.
Key Characters
The novel centers on Victor Frankenstein and his unnamed Creature. Other important figures include Victor's friend Henry Clerval, his bride Elizabeth Lavenza, and the determined pursuer Robert Walton, whose letters frame the story.
Major Themes
The story explores the dangers of unchecked ambition, the responsibility of creators, and the pain of isolation. It raises questions about science, morality, and what it means to be human.
