Chapter 9
The narration returns to Frankenstein. He is angry about the creatures recount of Williams death and refuses to create a female companion for him, arguing that their 'joint wickedness' would be enough to destroy the world. The creature states that he only does evil when he receives evil from others, and that if Frankenstein provided him with a lover to share his suffering, he would quit the company of mankind forever and hide in the jungle of South America. Frankenstein, although seeing his point, cannot forget the 'loathsomeness' of his appearance. The creature continues to says that his 'vices are the children of a forced solitude'. Victor agrees with the creautres request, in fear of his family's, and humanity's, health and well-being. The creature, skeptical, says that he will monitor Victor's progress. Victor goes back to Geneva.
What makes it gothic?
What makes it gothic?
- Ambiguity - will Victor keep to his promise?
- Isolation - the setting reflects the isolation the creature feels and the secrecy of the situation
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