Griffith points out the fact that Frankenstein displays these ideas of the Romantic era through Victor Frankenstein and through the monster, which at times he believes are the same person. ... The idea of feelings being a primary issue in the Romantic era is displayed through the monster because he is described as being a child without a choice of being born and basically just wanting to be loved by someone, which shows the primacy of feelings. ... Griffith also points out another idea of the Romantic era and this is, "that the monster sees in the De Laceys the loving family he has never known...

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The Romantic era grew alongside the Enlightenment, but concentrated on human diversity and looking at life in a new way. ... The Romantics turned to the poet before the scientist to harbor their convictions. ...

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In line 11, the speaker makes the connection between their dream and reality by saying "I thought I turned towards you to weep; but you were gone;" This shows her distinct uncertainty about any future with her partner, and her deep-rooted inner turmoil about her romantic status. ...

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