I think that Mary Shelley wrote this book in a time when scientific pursuits were rocking mans traditional place in the world ie: "the industrialization of Europe, and especially of England, along with consequent dramatic changes in social stability" (p.xi) because of this, the Idea of dangerous knowledge and nature as power over Victor Frankenstein, along with the responsibilities of creation are all powerful topics in the book. In the book Shelley goes to great lengths of emphasize the beauty of nature and the natural world. ... " (p. 143) even when Victor arrives at the villa...

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The next stanza mentions sounds, and how the only two he hears are his horses" reigns, and the sweep of the wind brushing the snow. "The only other sounds the sweep/ Of easy wind and downy flake" (807) And finally, he makes reference to how the woods look, inviting, and interesting. ... Who hasn't seen a forest, either first hand, or in a book? ...

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• Grade Level: High School

Adults, who have greater experience and knowledge of life, are always near and eager to help: parents, friends and relatives, school and college teachers, as well as book writers. ... In conclusion, as the authors of the book "Making Literature Matter- say: "the aspects and views of the society- can vary because people "have in mind their own social circumstances, including the treatment given their specific class, race, gender, religion, ethnic group, and sexual orientation-. ... So maybe we should turn our minds to one of the most significant notions, which I inherited from my immediate teac...

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• Grade Level: High School

Evident while fishing with Paul, this gradual process is showcased as Norman observes, "It was here that I started this story, [one which] had begun long ago near the sound of water. ... The evolutionary process from the conflicted cocoon, into the magnificent butterfly, is rendered complete only after Norman Maclean completes his book with the following words, "Eventually, all things merge into one, and a river runs through it. ...

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Dualism, is the idea that the body and soul are separate entities, and is not as straight forward as it sounds. ... The Book of revelation and other prophetic parts of the bible concern the timing of what many Christians believe to be the imminent second coming of Christ. ...

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• Grade Level: High School