In Frankenstein, the theme of the brutality in human nature is presented in the eponymous character, with an 'eager desire to learn' and an obsessive nature, which obstructs his personal relationships and displaces his sense of humanity. ... Cornelius Agrippa, writer, theologian and magician, influenced young Frankenstein enormously. ... It is not surprising then that Frankenstein reproduces that brutality. ... Another theme within these texts is that an unreliable narrator narrates both works. ... Even after the pain caused by his creator's abandonment the monster is willing t...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Religious Motifs in Frankenstein Upon completion of this novel, a clearly prevalent and outstanding motif is that of religion and biblical reference. ... The most important religious comparison in Frankenstein, are the outstanding similarities between Victor as God and the monster as Lucifer. ... Among other quotes in which the monster deigns Victor as [his] creator, this is a powerful novel reference and this quote beautifully shows the direct motif of religious role-playing in Frankenstein. ... From biblical role-playing to society to power disposition, religious themes...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate