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frankenstein context
GOTHIC
Shelley blended psychological terror ( evident in Victor's disturbed dreams ) with horror ( the Creature's murderous rampage )
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Victor's use of scientific knowledge when stitching together the creature could also be considered gothic
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emphasis on emotions such as guilt, fear and longing for companionship
family relationships, loss and tragedy
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ROMANTICISM
Shelley was the daughter of Mary Wollstonecraft, a write and advocate for gender equality, and William Godwin, a political philosopher
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creature's experience of coming into the world without knowledge of social norms reflects romantic curiosity about how human nature in shaped by society and culture
HEALTH
IMMUNISATION
immunisation, genetic engineering, AI, other modern technologies all parallel Victor's predicament
during Shelley's time scientific community sought ways to combat, leading to advancements in vaccination
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SCARELT FEVER
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although Elizabeth recovers, Caroline tragically dies
a skin rash that may accompany streptococcal infections which was prevalent during Victorian times. it caused morbidity and morality especially during the epidemics
scarlet fever indirectly shapes Victor's fate as his grief over the loss of a loved one leads him to believe that he can control people's lives if he discovers the proper formula
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MAJOR WORLD EVENTS
FRENCH REVOLUTION
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like the French Revolution, Victor defies natural laws by creating life
the monster is rejected by society, similar to those who suffered during the revolution
Shelley's work challenges societal norms and questions of the consequences of unchecked scientific ambition, echoing the revolutionary spirit of change
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INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
the novel serves as a cautionary tale that reflect the societal anxieties and consequences of rapid technology advancement
Victor Frankenstein embodies the spirit of the industrial revolution, as he combines science with creativity to achieve that thought impossible
creation of monster represents pinnacle of scientific achievement; just as the industrial machines that could outperform labour, the creature promises a new and unimaginable future
Victor's pursuit of knowledge and scientific discovery comes at a cost, mirroring the societal willingness to sacrifice individuals for progress during the revolution
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