Frankenstein (Romantic And Gothic Horror)

            Frankenstein perfectly fits the description of both a Romantic and a Gothic Horror. Mary Shelley uses her great writing style as her monster evolves. Frankenstein wanders around the country, leaving a path of death and destruction in its wake. The story is also helped by the need for the monster to ruin its creator's life.
             Romantisism is the backbone of the whole story. It is set in a dark and gloomy place. Mystery, like a fog, envelops Victor and separates him from society. In his darkness, a plot slowly forms; a plot of illegal experimentation. The novel ends with both the monster and Victor dying alone, out on the cold arctic tundra. The beginning/end is a perfect example of Romantisism. .
             Gothic horror is a large part of the story, as well. Frankenstein mutilates his unfortunately misunderstood victims. Even just after Victor creates the monster, he regrets it and wishes it were dead. Gothic horror and ironic situations go hand in hand in this novel.
             Romantisism and Gothic horror also connect a lot in the novel. Frankenstein starts getting close with a man, but accidentally kills him. He spends so much time out in the wilderness, and when he finally approaches humans, they reject him. .
             In conclusion, this story is a perfect example of Romantisism and Gothic horror. The monster's conflicts and Victor's problems all add to the story.