book review of Frankenstein

A Book ReviewFrankenstein; or, the Modern Prometheus: Mary Shelley.1823.Signet Classics.223pp.paperpack.I chose to read this book because it is generally considered as the first science fiction novel. And at meanwhile it consists of both Gothic element and romantic element. Besides, we have learnt the main theme in our English literature class, so I thought this one could be easy for me to understand. But unfortunately, I was wrong. The language of it is difficult and full of obscurity. Sometimes I had to read the same sentence or paragraph repeatedly. However, the story is touching, and it makes me think a lot.It was written in epistolary form, and in the first person point of view, so narrators’ thoughts are directly presented for us. And at the beginning of the story, a young explorer and his cast in the boat were stuck by icebergs. He was desperate and lonely. At that time, he saved a man form the freezing water, after that he seemed to find a mate could talk with. Frankenstein, a brilliant scientist, was also desperate and alone. When I read about this part, I did not understand why this young explorer, Robert Walton, showed such appreciation and kindness to a sorehead stranger. But when I almost finished it, I was impressed by how Frankenstein encouraged Walton and his cast while he was nearly to die. “Do you not call this a glorious expedition?”Frankenstien asked Walton, “Not because the way was smooth and placid as a southern sea, but because it was full of danger and terror.”I was impressed by Frankenstein’s firmness. And also, I admired the author wrote this masterpiece when she was only eighteen. Actually, I think Mary Shelley created Victor Frankenstein as a charming and intelligent gentleman. Therefore, he had his cousin fall for him, and made people around him liked him. It is romantic and at same time, very cruel to describe a brilliant man and how his life was destroyed little by little.And I wonder who the perpetrator of this tragedy is. Is the hideous monster or Frankenstein himself?The monster, at the beginning, just liked a child, an ugly child who was despised by his own parent. He was abandoned. But he did not know what he should do. He didnot know about love and hatred, but he could feel the beauty of nature. And there was fire; just liked what the title told us “modern Prometheus”. Fire can be seen as the simple of enlightenment. The monster was intelligent, even more superior to his creator. I was surprised that the monster could learn so fast. He learnt a language just through listening secretly to the conversations of that French family. And I have learnt English more than ten years, but still cannot use it properly. He was strong, too. It makes me think about Superman or something like that. It seems common for human being to imagine and even create a kind of “super human”, which may be not the main propose of Victor Frankenstein. But he also wanted to make a beautiful creature. Perhaps, it is a part of our nature to chase something better than ourselves.Then I think of death, and the fear of death. We all shall die one day. And so did our ancestors. But we all hold the will against death. In Frankenstein’s case, he went through several deaths of his family--- Elizabeth’s parents and his mother. He wanted to bring the death back to life. He achieved his goal, but he was frightened by his creature. I do not want to make more useless remark about why he was afraid of the monster. I am aware of that after reading Paradise Lost, the monster began to think about his identity and destination. It was occasionally occurred to me that if it is because of that, this monster began to think like human, behave like human and finally, demand to be treated like human. And then, he only found that he was seen as a monster. Because of his demand was not satisfied, he started to hate people, to curse his creator, and committee crime of murder. And I think this plot is such similar to the first crime of murder in human history, according to the Bible. Cain killed his brother, also because his need could not be contented by God, to be treated equal with his brother.I consider this book as a brief parody of the origin of human being, for it is full of introspection and self-exploration about human nature.。

Thoughts about FrankensteinFrankenstein is regarded as the first science fiction written by British novelist Mary Shelly about a fanatical scientist who creates a monster and the disasters after that. It is a novel with Gothic elements and it reflects the darkness of human being. Beginning in the form of letters, the author uses flashback and makes the reader less boring when reading this book.The monster is one of the main character of the novel. He is created by a seemingly crazy scientist, Frankenstein and suffers the unfair treatments of human being. Then he takes revenge to the creators and his family and finally moves down to the path of destruction by himself. Actually in my opinion, the corruption of the creature has something to do with the behaviors of human beings. He lives in the jungle alone and takes notice to the old man and his poor family besides him. He cuts fire woods for them and even learn speaking and reading by himself in order to understand that poor family. When he takes his determinations to make friends with the kind family, they are too sacred about his ugly appearance and fights to get rid of him. That hurts the monster. He suffers so many similar events and finally goes to the path of self-destruction. I think it is the discrimination of human being that renders the changes of the monster. There is an old Chinese saying, “people at the beginning of goodness.” No one is born evil. To some extent, life changes people. Imagine that the monster gets fair treatments and lives a normal life. The ending of the story will be different. There are also examples in modern life. Ma Jiajue who was a good student and got many honors at school killed four classmates because of feeling despised. Maybe it is the poor family background and long-time self-abasement that causes the psychological illness of him and the harsh words from his classmates that cause the tragedy. When some tragedy happens, there are both immanent and external cause of it.When we turn our eyes to the creator, Frankenstein, we can see that he is a figure with different characteristics. When he is a scientist, he seems determined and crazy. When he wants to prove his lovely friend is innocent, he seems coward. Combined with the time of the creation, people are experiencing the fast development of technology and it has many great influences. When we pay more attention to the development of high technology, we should sometimes slow down and think about the impacts to our normal life. Technology is a double-edged sword and if we abuse them, itwill cause some catastrophes to human beings. Such as the clone technology, on the one hand, it actually extends the longevity while it also causes many social and moral problems. Whether we should use this technology has become a hot topic. But we should have a neutral and calm attitude towards the development of technology to make it have the most benefit towards human beings.Another important impression of this book is the encounters of the poor family living besides Monster. They are kind and warm-hearted but they are cheated by Safie’s father, then their life are changed. From this little scene, we can see the dark side of humanity. Sometimes you are sincere to others but you can not get what you deserve.Even though Frankenstein is only a science fiction, it also reflects many social problems and human foibles. Even though it was written in 19th century, it still has practical significance in modern society.。

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弗兰肯斯坦典范英语读后感Frankenstein, the classic novel written by Mary Shelley, takes readers on a journey through the dark and complex themes of ambition, creation, and human nature. The book is filled with richly detailed characters, haunting landscapes, and thought-provoking philosophical questions. Upon finishing the novel, I found myself reflecting on the profound impact of Shelley's masterpiece and the timeless relevance of its themes.One of the most striking aspects of Frankenstein is its exploration of the moral and ethical implications ofscientific discovery and technological advancement. The character of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant and ambitious scientist, becomes obsessed with the idea of creating life from inanimate matter. His reckless pursuit of this goalultimately leads to the creation of the monster, sparking a chain of tragic events that unfold throughout the novel.Shelley's portrayal of Victor's ambition serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked scientific progress. The novel raises important questions about the responsibility of scientists and the potential consequences of their actions. It forces readers to consider the ethical implications of scientific experimentation and the potential impact on society.Moreover, the novel delves into the deeply human themes of loneliness, alienation, and the search for identity. The monster, created by Victor and rejected by society, grapples with a profound sense of isolation and longing for companionship. The heartbreaking portrayal of the monster's yearning for acceptance and understanding serves as a poignant commentary on the human condition. It challengesreaders to consider the impact of social rejection and the consequences of ostracizing those who are different.Additionally, Frankenstein offers a thought-provoking examination of the nature of humanity and the complexities of human emotions. The monster, despite his physical appearance, demonstrates a deep capacity for emotion, empathy, and longing for connection. Through the nuanced portrayal of the monster's experiences and inner turmoil, Shelley prompts readers to question what truly defines humanity and to consider the ways in which society shapes our perceptions of others.Furthermore, the novel's evocative descriptions of the natural world and its atmospheric settings contribute to its overall impact. Shelley's vivid depiction of the rugged landscapes and gothic imagery creates a haunting atmosphere that lingers in the reader's mind long after the final pages have been turned. The imagery serves as a powerful backdropfor the novel's themes, adding depth and intensity to the story.In conclusion, Frankenstein is a timeless work of literature that continues to captivate readers with its compelling themes, complex characters, and thought-provoking narrative. Shelley's exploration of ambition, scientific responsibility, and the human condition resonates deeply with readers, challenging them to reconsider their perceptions of science, society, and the essence of humanity. As I reflect on the profound impact of Frankenstein, I am reminded of the enduring relevance of its themes and the enduring power ofits storytelling. Mary Shelley's masterpiece will undoubtedly continue to provoke introspection and discussion for generations to come.。

弗兰肯斯坦英文读后感Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus is a novel written by English author Mary Shelley. The story tells of a scientist named Victor Frankenstein who creates a monster in his laboratory. The monster is a combination of human body parts and is brought to life by electricity. The monster is rejected by society and becomes a murderer, causing destruction and death wherever he goes.The novel explores themes such as the dangers of science and technology, the relationship between creator and creation, and the nature of humanity. Shelley raises questions about the morality of playing God and the consequences of ignoring the rights and feelings of others.One of the most impressive aspects of the novel is Shelley's description of the monster. Through the monster's perspective, the reader is able to understand his loneliness and isolation, and to sympathize with his plight. The monster is not a monster at all, but a 可怜的creature who is forced to live in a world that hates and fears him.Overall, Frankenstein is a thought-provoking and disturbingnovel that still resonates today. It is a cautionary tale about the dangers of tampering with nature and the importance of treating others with kindness and respect.。

简介或许以这个悲伤而恐怖的故事拍成的电影要比世界上由任何其他故事拍成的电影都要多。

为什么有这么多的人喜欢它？因为当我们第一次读到它时，它就好像是出自我们梦中的记忆一样。

这是一个古老的故事，也是一个新的故事。

说它“古老”是因为它创作于一百五十多年以前，那时的科学发展才刚刚起步；说它“新”是因为弗兰肯斯坦的问题也就是我们今天所面临的问题。

科学给予我们力量去改造世界，但这种力量也可能与我们作对并毁灭我们。

弗兰肯斯坦创造了一个新的人，他比任何其他人都要巨大和强壮——然而弗兰肯斯坦控制不了他，这个怪物毁灭了弗兰肯斯坦所爱的一切。

今天的科学家正在创造着巨大的机器、电脑和武器，他们声称这些东西对我们有益——但我们能够驾驭它们吗？玛丽·雪莱（1797—1851）是维多利亚时代的一位重要作家。

她的丈夫是英格兰最著名的诗人之一——珀西·比希·雪莱。

1‘Captain！Something is moving on the ice．Look over there！’The sailor stood at the top of the mast，high above the Captain．His hand pointed away from the ship，across the miles of ice that covered the sea．The Captain looked to the north，where the sailor was pointing．He saw something coming fast towards the ship across the ice．He put his telescope to his eye，and through it he could see the shapes of ten dogs pulling a sledge over the ice．He could also see the driver of the sledge—a huge figure，much bigger than a man．The sledge came nearer and nearer to the sea．Soon it was only a quarter of a mile from the ship．No one needed a telescope now to see the huge figure of the driver．Suddenly the sledge went behind a mountain of ice and disappeared．At that moment another sledge appeared．It，too，was moving fast，and was clearly chasing the first sledge．This driver was a smaller figure，more like an ordinary man．Faster and faster the dogs ran；then the second sledge also disappeared behind the mountain of ice．Two hours passed．The sledges did not appear again．Nothing moved on the ice．Soon night came，and in the night there was a storm．In the morning，the sailors saw that great pieces of ice were floating round the ship．Suddenly the sailor on the mast shouted again：‘Captain，I can see a man on the ice．’The sailor was pointing to a piece of ice that was floating near the ship．A man was sitting on the ice，and near him was a broken sledge．The man was nearly dead from cold and could not walk．The sailors carried him carefully onto the ship，and took him to the Captain，who said：‘Welcome to my ship．I am the Captain and my name is Robert Walton．’‘Thank you，Captain Walton，’ the man said．‘My name is Frankenstein，Victor Frankenstein．’Then he fainted and said no more．Two days passed before the man was strong enough to talk and then the Captain asked him to tell his story．‘I am trying to catch someone，’ said Frankenstein．‘That is why I have come so far north on the ice．’‘We saw you following someone，’ the Captain said．‘He was huge，much bigger than a man．We saw his sledge just in front of you on the night before the storm．’‘I am pleased you all saw that huge figure，’ Frankenstein said．‘Perhaps that will help you to believe my story．’During the days，while the Captain worked on the ship，Frankenstein wrote down his story，and each evening he read what hehad written to the Captain．Here is Victor Frankenstein's story．2I was born in Switzerland，in the town of Geneva．My parents loved each other very much，and I learnt from the example of their love．I learnt that to love and to be patient are the most important things in the world．My mother hoped to have a daughter after I was born，but for five years I was the only child．And then my mother found a sister for me．She was helping a family in which there were five children．They were very poor，and the children were thin and hungry．One of the children was a little girl，with golden hair and blue eyes Her name was Elizabeth．My mother took the little girl into our family，and Elizabeth became the daughter that my mother had always wanted．As I grew older，my love for Elizabeth became stronger all the time．Later my mother had two other sons，Ernest and William．A youngwoman called Justine came to live in the house to help my mother with the children．We loved her as much as she loved us．The years passed happily，and we had everything that we needed．At school I met another very fine person．His name was Henry Clerval，and he was very clever．My family also liked him very much，so he was a welcome visitor to our house．I studied very hard at school．I wanted to know the secrets of life，and，most of all，I wanted to know how to make living things．I read all the books that I could find．One day，some－thing happened that added a new idea to the ideas that I al－ready had．I was fifteen at the time，and we were on holiday in the mountains．There was a wild storm，and with it came the most frightening thunder and lightning that I had ever seen in my life．About twenty metres in front of our house was a great tree．Suddenly a huge fork of lightning hit the tree．After a few seconds，there was nothing left of it except a black piece of wood two metres high．The lightning had destroyed it．I saw how strong electricity was．I began to read all the books that I could find about electricity and its terrible power．维克多的故事开始了3For seventeen years my life was very happy．Then the first sad thing happened．My mother became very ill，and soon she knew that she was dying．Just before she died，she asked Elizabeth and me to go to her room．She held our hands and said：‘My children，I am very happy because you love each other，and because one day you will get married．Everyone in the family loves you，Elizabeth．Will you take my place in the family，my dear？I can die happy if you will look after them when I have gone．’My mother died，and we were very sad，because we loved her dearly Elizabeth was brave and helped us；her sweet smile gave us some happiness in the unhappy days after my mother's death．The time came for me to go to university．I did not want to leave my sad family，but we all knew that I should go．It was hard to leave，too，because the parents of my good friend Henry Clerval would not let him go to university with me．And so I had to go alone．On my first day at the university I met my teacher，ProfessorWaldman，who was one of the greatest scientists in the world．He gave a wonderful talk to all the students who were starting at the university．He ended his talk by saying：‘Some of you will become the great scientists of tomorrow．You must study hard and discover everything that you can．That is why God made you intelligent—to help other people．’After the professor's talk，I thought very carefully．I remembered the storm when I was fifteen．I remembered how the lightning had destroyed the tree．I wanted to use electricity to help people，and I wanted to discover the secrets of life．I decided to work on these two things．I did not know then that my work would destroy me and the people that I loved．I started work the next day．I worked very hard and soon Professor Waldman and I realized that I could learn to be a very good scientist．The professor helped me very much，and other important scientists who were his friends helped me，too．I was interested in my work and I did not take one day's holiday during the next two years．I did not go home，and my letters to my family were very short．After two years I had discovered many things and I built a scientific machine that was better than anything in the university．My machine would help me answer the most important question of all．How does lifebegin？Is it possible to put life into dead things？To answer these questions about life I had to learn first about death．I had to watch bodies from the moment when they died and the warm life left them．In the hospital and in the university，I watched the dying and the dead．Day after day，month after month，I followed death．It was a dark and terrible time．Then one day，the answer came to me．Suddenly I was sure that I knew the secret of life．I knew that I could put life into a body that was not alive．I worked harder and harder now．I slept for only a short time each night，and I did not eat much food．I wrote to my family less often．But they loved me and did not stop writing to me．They said they understood how busy I was．They did not want me to stop work to write or to see them．They would wait until I had more time．They hoped to see me very soon．The professors realized that I was doing very important work，and so they gave me my own laboratory．There was a small flat above the laboratory，where I lived，and sometimes I stayed inside the building for a week and did not go out．Above the laboratory I built a very tall mast．It was 150metres high，and higher than the tallest building in the city．The mast couldcatch lightning and could send the electricity down to my machine in the laboratory．I had never forgotten the lightning that had destroyed the tree．There had been so much power in the electricity of that lightning．I believed I could use that electricity to give life to things that were dead．I will say no more than that．The secret of my machine must die with me．I was a very clever scientist，but I did not realize then what a terrible mistake I was making．4In my laboratory I made a body．I bought or stole all the pieces of human body that I needed，and slowly and carefully，I put them all together．I did not let anybody enter my laboratory or my flat while I was doing this awful work．I was afraid to tell anybody my terrible secret．I had wanted to make a beautiful man，but the face of the creature was horrible．Its skin was thin and yellow，and its eyes were as yellow as its skin．Its long black hair and white teeth were almost beautiful，but the rest of the face was very ugly．Its legs and arms were the right shape，but they were huge．I had touse big pieces because it was too difficult to join small pieces together．My creature was two and a half metres tall．For a year I had worked to make this creature，but now it looked terrible and frightening．I almost decided to destroy it．But I could not．I had to know if I could put life into it．I joined the body to the wires from my machine．More wires joined the machine to the mast．I was sure that my machine could use electricity from lightning to give life to the body．I watched and waited．Two days later I saw dark clouds in the sky，and I knew that a storm was coming．At about one o'clock in the morning the lightning came．My mast began to do its work immediately，and the electricity from the lightning travelled down the mast to my machine．Would the machine work？At first nothing happened．But after a few minutes I saw the creature's body begin to move．Slowly，terribly，the body came alive．His arms and legs began to move，and slowly he sat up．The dead body had been an ugly thing，but alive，he was much more horrible．Suddenly I wanted to escape from him．I ran out of the laboratory，and locked the door．I was filled with fear at what I had done．For hours I walked up and down in my flat．At last I lay down onmy bed，and fell asleep．But my sleep was full of terrible dreams，and I woke up suddenly．The horrible thing that I had created was standing by my bed．His yellow eyes were looking at me；his mouth opened and he made strange sounds at me．On his yellow face there was an awful smile．One of his huge hands reached towards me…Before he could touch me，I jumped off the bed and ran downstairs into the garden．I stayed there all night，but I could not think clearly．I was afraid．And when morning came，I went out into the town and began to walk about．I did not notice where I was walking，but soon I came to the station．A train from Geneva had just arrived，and the passengers were leaving the station．One of them ran towards me when he saw me．It was my dear friend Henry Clerval．He was very pleased to see me．He took my hand and shook it warmly．‘My dear Victor！’ he said．‘What a lucky chance that you are here at the station．Your father，and Elizabeth and the others，are very worried about you，because you have not visited them for a long time．They ask me to make sure that you are well．And I have very good news．My father has agreed to let me study at the university，so we shall be able to spend a lot of time together．’I was very happy to hear this news，and for a moment I for-got my fears．I took Henry back to my flat and asked him to wait outside while I went in to look．I was afraid that the creature was still there．But he had disappeared．At that time I did not think of other people，and what the creature could do to them．I took Henry into the flat and cooked a meal for us．But Henry noticed how thin I was，and that I was laughing too much and could not sit still．Suddenly he said：‘My dear Vic tor，what is the matter with you？Are you ill？Has something awful happened？’‘Don't ask me that，’ I cried．I put my hands over my eyes．I thought I could see the horrible creature there in front of me．I pointed wildly across the room，and shouted：‘He can tell you．Save me！Save me！’ I tried to fight the creature，but there was nothing there．Then I fainted and fell to the floor．Poor Henry！I do not know what he thought．He called a doctor and they put me to bed．I was very ill for two months，and Henry stayed and looked after me．His loving care saved me from death．I wanted to go home and see my family as soon as possible．When I was well enough，I packed my clothes and books．All my luggage was ready，and I was feeling very happy when the postman arrived with some letters．One of the letters ended my short time of happiness．5The letter was from my father in Geneva，and this is what he wrote：My dear Victor，I want you to know before you arrive home that an awful thing has happened．Your dear youngest brother，William，is dead．He was murdered．It happened last Thursday evening when Elizabeth and I and your two brothers，Ernest and William，went for a walk outside the city．William and Ernest were playing．William had hidden from Ernest，and Ernest asked Elizabeth and me to help find William．We all began to search for him，but we couldn't find him．We searched all night．At five in the morning I found him．He was lying on the grass，white and still．I could see the marks of fingers on his neck—the murderer had strangled him．Elizabeth had let him wear a gold chain of hers round his neck．On the chain was a very small picture of your mother．We all think that someone murdered William to steal the gold chain．Poor Elizabeth isterribly unhappy at William's death．She thinks he died because she let him wear the chain．Hurry home，my dear Victor．You are the only one who can help Elizabeth，and we all need you．With all our love，Your FatherHenry helped me to catch the train．The journey seemed very long，and it was late at night before the train reached Geneva．I decided to spend the night in a village outside the town and go home early in the morning．I wanted to see the place where William had died．As I started my walk，a storm broke and lightning lit the sky．The police had put posts round the place where the murderer had strangled William，so I found it easily．I cried sadly as I stood there．My poor brother had been a kind and happy boy，and we had all loved him．Again the lightning lit the sky，and I saw a huge figure standing in the rain．When I saw it，I knew at once what it was．It was the creature that I had made．What was he doing there？But although I asked myself the question，I knew the answer．He had murdered my brother．I was sure that I was right．I decided to try and catch him．But as I moved，he ran to－wards the mountains．He ran much faster than any man．He climbed themountain easily，reached the top，and disappeared．I stood there in the dark and the rain，and knew that I had created a monster．And he had murdered my brother．6At first I decided to tell the police my story．But would they believe me？I had been very ill．When the police learnt about my illness，they would think the monster was just one of my bad dreams．I decided that I could not tell anybody．I went home to my family and they were very pleased to see me．Then they told me that the police had found the murderer．Perhapsyou will think that this was good news，but I have not told you who the police had arrested．As I went into the house，I noticed that one person did not come to meet me．It was Justine，the young woman who looked after the children and who was like a sister to us．And it was Justine that the police had arrested．A few days after the murder，the police had searched the house and had found the gold chain in Justine's coat pocket．Everyone in the family knew that Justine had not murdered William．I knew who the murderer was，but I could not tell anyone．We were sure that Justine would be free after the trial，because nobody could believe that she was a murderer．But we were wrong．The trial did not go well for Justine．There were a number of strange facts that were difficult to explain，and the judge decided that she was the murderer．The punishment for murder was death．We argued and cried．We said she could not murder anyone．But nothing could change the judge's order．So I got up early and went to the judge's house and told him about the monster．He did not believe me．He thought I was lying in order to save Justine's life．In the prison Justine waited quietly for death．We spent many hourswith her，and she spoke calmly and kindly to us．She was happy because we believed that she had not killed William．And she was almost looking forward to death，be－cause then she would be with William and our dear mother in a place of peace．Her love and gentleness added to my great unhappiness．I knew she was going to die because of me．I knew my brother had died because of me．I had brought nothing but sadness and misery to my family．I took a boat and went out on Lake Geneva．Why didn't I end my life then？Two things stopped me．My father was old and another death would probably kill him．And I had to stay alive—to keep my family safe from the monster．Fear for my family and hate for my monster were with me day and night．I became ill again，and Elizabeth's love could not help me．I needed o escape for a while—to leave my unhappiness behind me．So I went to walk alone in the Alps．I hoped the wild beauty of the mountains would help me．Slowly I became calmer among the beautiful mountains．I learnt to sleep again，and for days I did not see anybody．Then one morning I saw a figure coming towards me faster than any man could go．It jumped easily over the rocks and I saw with horror the monster that I had created．On his face was a look of deep sadness，but also of evil．Atfirst I could not speak be－cause I hated him so much．But at last I said：‘You are an evil creature．I shall kill you if I can，because you have killed two people that I love．’The monster's yellow eyes looked at me．‘I am the unhappiest creature in the world，but I shall fight for my life，’ he said．‘I am bigger and stronger than you，but I will not start the fight．I shall always be gentle to you because you are my king and creator．You made me，and you should love me and be kind to me，like a father．William and Justine died because you did not love me．Why did you create me if you were not ready to love me？’‘We are enemies，’ I said．‘Leave me now，or let us fight until one of us is dead．You are a murderer．How can I be kind to you？’‘You say I am a murderer，’ the monster said，‘but you want to ki ll your own creature．Isn't that wrong，too？I ask you to do one thing for me—listen．Come with me to a warmer place，and listen to my story．Then you can decide．’I thought carefully about what he had said．It was true that I had given him life but I had not given him love．I decided to go with him and listen to his story．He took me to a mountain hut where he lit a fire．We sat down by the fire and he began to tell me his story．7After I had left the laboratory，I escaped into the country outside the town．I soon felt hungry and thirsty，and my first food was fruit which I found on some trees near a river．I drank from the river and then lay down and went to sleep．At first my eyes and ears did not work very well，but after a while I began to see and hear clearly．One day，snow began to fall．Of course，I had never walked in snow before，and I found that it made my feet very cold．I realized that I needed food and a place to get warm．Soon I saw a small hut where an old man was cooking his breakfast over a fire．When the old man saw me，he shouted loudly and ran away as fast as he could．I did not understand what the man was doing，but I wanted to be near the fire．So I sat down in the warm，and ate the man's breakfast．Then I walked across empty fields for some hours until I reached a village．I went into one of the houses，but there were children inside．They began to scream when they saw me，and their mother fainted．The wholevillage came to see what was the trouble．Some of the people ran away when they saw me，but the others shouted and threw stones at me．They wanted to kill me．I was badly hurt，but I escaped and ran into the open country．Later，I found an empty hut，which was built against the wall of a small house．I was afraid to go into the house after what had happened in the village，so I hid in the hut．There I was safe，and could escape from the cold，and hide from people who wished to hurt me．And then I found that there was a small hole in the wall between the hut and the house．Through this hole I could see in－to the room next to the hut．Three people lived in the house—a beautiful girl，an old man，and a young man．Day after day I watched the three people．I saw how kind they were to each other．I wanted so much to go into the house and be with them，but I knew I must stay in the hut．I could not forget how the village people had hurt me when I tried to go into the house there．Each night，after the people in the house had gone to bed，I stole some of their food for myself．But soon I realized that the old man was blind．And I realized too that often the three of them did not have enough to eat．I saw the two young people put extra food on the blind man's plate，although they were hungry themselves．When I saw that，I stopped stealing their food．Their life was already hard enough，so I went back to the wild fruit in the woods．I tried to help them in other ways，too．During the night I cut firewood for them，and added it secretly to the wood which the young man had cut during the day．I was very happy to see how much this pleased the young man．After a while I began to understand some of the noises that the people made to each other．The first words that I under－stood were words like ‘fire’，and‘bread’．I also learnt that the three people called each other by names．The girl was Agatha，the young man was Felix，and the old man was called Father．I tried to make the noises that they made，and slowly I began to speak．The two young people were very beautiful．One day I saw my own face in the water of the river．It was a terrible face．I understood why people were frightened，why they shouted and threw stones．I knew then that I could not let these beautiful people see me．They would be frightened by my horrible face and body．Summer was coming，and I continued to watch and learn．I also continued to help the two people and their father，and did many jobs for them in the night．They were always surprised in the morning when they saw what I had done．I heard them talk about the ‘good creature’ who did these‘wonderful’things．But the family were often sad，and I wished I could make them happy．I looked forward to the time when I could speak well enough to talk to them．And I was happy because I was sure I would soon have three good friends．8One day in summer a lady on horseback rode up to the house and knocked on the door．She had dark hair，and was very beautiful．The family were all very pleased to see her．I soon learnt that her name was Sophie．She could not speak the family's language，and each evening Felix taught her some words．This was a very great help to me，because I was able to learn the meaning of many words that I had not been able to understand before．Felix taught Sophie from books about what had happened in the world in the past．So I learnt about the Greeks and Romans，and about Christ，and about the first white men in America and the sad story of the Indians．I could not understand why men who knew all about good and evil could hate and kill each other．I learnt other things too．I learnt that people think it is veryimportant to have money and to come from a good family．I learnt of the love between mother and father and child．And I realized that I had no family．The more I learnt，the more I thought，and the more unhappy I became．Soon I discovered who Sophie was．The two families had met in France after Sophie and her father arrived there from Turkey，their own country．Sophie's father was put in prison by the French，but Felix and his father helped him to escape and leave France．When the French discovered this，Felix and his family lost all their lands and money，and had to leave France for ever．Now I knew why they were so sad，and why they were poor．But that was not all．Sophie and Felix loved each other，and Sophie's father had promised that they could marry．Then，when he learnt that Felix had lost all his money，he broke his promise．But Sophie loved Felix very much，so she took some money and escaped from her father to search for Felix．I had learnt to love these good people and I could not wait another day to introduce myself．I decided to speak first to the father，because he was blind，and would not be frightened by my terrible face and body．One day the three young people went for a walk while the old man rested．When they had gone，I went to the door of the house andknocked on it．The old man told me to enter，and to sit down．‘Thank you，’ I said．‘I am a traveller，and I'm tired and sad．I have no family or friends．The people that I want to have as my friends have never seen me．If they don't take me into their home，I shall be alone in the world．’‘Don't be so sad，’ the old man said．‘You will find that the hearts of men are full of love．If these friends are good people，they will welcome you．’‘They are kind，and the best people in the world，’ I said．‘But when they meet me，they may not see a kind creature who has helped them．Instead they may see a monster，and they will hate me．’‘That mustn't happen，’the old man said．‘My family and I have had our difficult times，and we'll help you．’‘You are a very good man，’ I said，‘and if you help me，I shall be able to live with my friends and enjoy their love．’At that moment I heard the young people returning from their walk．I caught the old man's hand，and cried，‘Now is the time！Save me and help me！You and your family are the friends that I am talking about．’Then the door opened，and in came Felix，Sophie，andAgatha．Their faces were filled with horror and fear when they saw me．Agatha fainted，and Sophie ran out of the house．Felix ran forward and pulled me away from his father．He threw me to the ground and hit me again and again with his heavy stick．I did not lift a hand against him．I did not want to hurt him—or any of them．My heart was heavy，and all hope left me．I ran out of the house and later returned silently to my hut．Nobody saw me．9Isat in my dark hut，and felt both angry and sad．One half of me wanted to hurt the people who had hurt me．The other half of me still loved them．In the end I decided to try to speak to the old man again．I fell into an unhappy sleep，but when I woke in the morning，the family had gone．They had left the house during the night．I knew the name of only one other person．Although I had seen you，Frankenstein，for only a few moments，I knew that I belonged to you．When I had left your house，I had picked up a small bag．Therewas a book in the bag，and I could now read it．From it I learnt my creator's name and address．You had made me，but why had you not looked after me，and saved me from this pain and unhappiness？I decided to go to Geneva，to find you．One day as I was travelling，I saw a young girl running along the side of a river．Suddenly she fell into the water．I jumped into the river，fought against the fast－moving water，and brought her back to land．While I was doing this，the girl's father，who was looking for her，reached us．He was carrying a gun，and when he saw me，he fired．The bullet hit my arm and broke it．I fell to the ground in great pain，and the man and the girl ran into the woods as fast as they could，and left me．The bullet was deep in my arm，and I lost a lot of blood．After some days my arm began to get better，but I became sadder and angrier than before．I had saved the girl's life，and how did they thank me？With a bullet in the arm！I began to realize that there was no happiness for me in life．Hate grew stronger in me every day ．Hate for you，my creator，who had made me．Two months later，I reached Geneva．That evening I hid among some trees outside the town，and went to sleep．But I woke when a little boy ran into my hiding place．I thought I would catch the child and make him my friend before he was old enough to be frightened of my。

弗兰肯斯坦英语读后感The Analysis of Frankenstein’s HumanityMary Shelley, one of the most famous female writers in the science fiction, wrote her famous science fiction Frankenstein in 1818. She leaded the romantic period. As her master work, Frankenstein is always regarded as the pioneer of the science fiction.Mary Shelley mainly told readers a story that Victor Frankenstein wanted to create a good people to help the human, but in fact, he created a monster who is ugly, so that Victor put him away. Because of the prejudice, the monster became a bad man and killed some people in order to revenge Victor. At the end of the novel, the monster regret what he has down, he chose to kill himself. It is a bad ending novel.This paper will analysis the reasons which causes the bad ending. This paper pays more attention on the humanity that causes the bad ending.The first reason that causes the tragedy is the desire of Victor Frankenstein. From the fiction, the readers can see that although Victor wanted to make a perfect man that can benefit the human. In the fact, he only wanted to make a successful invention to make himself be famous all over the world. The result was not as good as he thought, he created a monster, so Victor abandoned the monster. When he faced his invention, he scared what he had done. What he made may destroy his career. At that time, the monster was just like a baby, he did not know anything. Victor did not teach him but put him away. From the explantation, thepaper analyses Victor’s desire is the ambition of being success and famous. So the Victor’s desire is the first reason that contributes to the bad ending.The second reason that causes the tragedy is the people who was saved or helped by the monster. From the novel, the readers can see that at first, the monster was a good man. He helped the old man who was lonely; he saved the little girl who was drowning. However, the monster did not receive any gratitude, but the beat because of his appearance. Then the monster thought that no one would regard him as a good man, so he decided to revenge the Victor. From this reasons, he turned himself a good man to a bad man. So, the people’s attitude is the second reason that causes the bad ending.The third reason that causes the tragedy is the loneliness. From the novel, we can see, even everyone in the world regarded him as a monster; he promised to the Victor that if Victor could create a peer for him, he would not hurt anyone. Victor refused his suggestion, and then the monster thinks that he was the only man who was so strange and ugly, he was very lonely. Then, he decided to revenge the Victor. So lonely is the third reason that causes the bad ending.The fourth reason is that most people believed that everyone was good when he was born, which made him bad was the environment and the society he lived. People needed to treat the people around them kindly,then they may help a person. From the novel, the readers can see that there are many situations that can make the monster a good man. If Victor did not abandon the monster, if the people who was saved or helped by monster treated him kindly, the monster would be a good one.There are many reasons that make the monster from innocent to evil. If the readers read the novel carefully, they can find that the monster is not really so bad. At first, he saved the drowning girl, took care of the old man. At the end of the novel, he regret what he had down, and killed himself. The writer thinks that there are many reasons which result in the tragedy, such as Victor, the people who monster meets, the society and the monster himself. In fact, people had many chances to change the result, but they didn’t. They were scared of him and fighting to him. In this situation, the monster still did not hurt them. If one of them could take care of the monster, he wouldn’t kill Victor’s friend and relatives.In this thesis, the writer summaries these reasons that contribute to the tragedy, it is Victor’s desire, people’s attitude, the loneliness and the society.。

初稿：A Book Review on FrankensteinFrankenstein is the first gothic science fiction by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley(1797-1851), a well-educated woman from England. And the book was published on January 1, 1818.The story tells a scientist Frankenstein ，who denotes himself to create lives, spend much of his time and finally succeed in making a ugly monster. At the beginning, the monster is very kindly and friendly, but after being disrespected and ill-treated by all people including his master, he begins to revenge and wants to destroy everything. At the end of the story, Frankenstein and his monster perish together.The novel uses multiple frame narratives namely the point of view shifts with the narration. Moreover, given it’s gothic style, Frankenstein is regarded as a political fiction, the graves, storms and corpses give us a sense of mystery and depression which indicates miserable and gloomy lives of the people and the background of that age. The confrontation between the creature and the master even the people, indicates the Britain's social complex conflicts.Therefore, the story inflicts political confliction.In conclusion, the novel reflects the society at that specific time. According to the book, we can not only enjoy the fantastic plot about what happen between Frankenstein and the monster, but also further understand that specific age.修改：A Book Review on FrankensteinFrankenstein is the first gothic science fiction by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley(1797-1851), a well-educated woman from England. And the book was published on January 1, 1818.The story tells a scientist Frankenstein，who denotes himself to create lives, spend much of his time and finally succeed in making a ugly monster. At the beginning, the monster is very kindly and friendly, but after being disrespected and ill-treated by all people including his master, he begins to revenge and wants to destroy everything. At the end of the story, Frankenstein and his monster perish together.The novel uses multiple frame narratives namely thepoint of view shifts with the narration. Moreover, given it’s gothic style, Frankenstein is regarded as a political fiction, the graves, storms and corpses give us a sense of mystery and depression which indicates miserable and gloomy lives of the people and the background of that age. The confrontation between the creature and the master even the people, indicates the Britain's social complex conflicts. Therefore, the story inflicts political confliction.In conclusion, the novel reflects the society at that specific time. According to the book, we can not only enjoy the fantastic plot about what happen between Frankenstein and the monster, but also further understand that specific age.定稿：A Book Review on FrankensteinFrankenstein is the first gothic science fiction by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley(1797-1851), a well-educated woman from England, and the book was published on January 1, 1818.The story tells a scientist Frankenstein ，who denoteshimself to create lives, paying a lot of effort and finally succeed in making a ugly monster. At the beginning, the monster is very kindly and friendly , but after being disrespected and ill-treated by all people including his master, he begins to revenge and wants to destroy everything. At the end of the story, Frankenstein and his monster perish together.The novel uses multiple frame narratives, namely the point of view shifts with the narration. Moreover, given that it’s gothic style, Frankenstein is regarded as a political fiction, the graves, storms and corpses give us a sense of mystery and depression which indicates miserable and gloomy lives of the people and the background of that age. The confrontation between the creature and the master even the people, indicates the Britain's social complex conflicts. Therefore, the story inflicts political confliction.In conclusion, the novel reflects the society at that specific time. According to the book, we can not only enjoy the fantastic plot about what happen between Frankenstein and the monster, but also further understand that specific age.。

frankenstein英文版《Frankenstein》是一部由英国作家玛丽·雪莱（Mary Shelley）创作的经典小说。

这部小说于1818年首次出版，是一部著名的哥特式文学作品。

下面是《Frankenstein》的英文版简介。

Title: Frankenstein.Author: Mary Shelley.Publication Year: 1818。

Introduction:Frankenstein, written by Mary Shelley, is a Gothic novel that explores the themes of science, ambition, and the consequences of playing God. The story follows Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who becomes obsessed with the idea of creating life. He successfully brings a creature to life, but is horrified by its monstrous appearance and abandons it. The creature, rejected bysociety, seeks revenge on its creator, leading to a tragic series of events.Summary:The novel begins with Captain Robert Walton's letters to his sister, detailing his journey to the North Pole. During his expedition, Walton encounters Victor Frankenstein, who shares his life story. Victor reveals his childhood, education, and his fascination with science, which ultimately leads him to create the creature.Victor's experiment is a success, but he is immediately repulsed by the creature's appearance and flees. The creature, left alone and rejected, struggles to find acceptance in society. It learns to read and speak, becoming increasingly intelligent and self-aware. The creature eventually confronts Victor, demanding that he create a companion for him, promising to leave society forever if his request is fulfilled.Victor initially agrees, but after contemplating thepotential consequences, he destroys the second creature before completing it. The enraged creature vows revenge and begins to kill those close to Victor. The two engage in a deadly pursuit across Europe, leading to the deaths of Victor's loved ones.In the end, Victor dies from exhaustion and illness, but not before expressing remorse for his actions. The creature, devastated by its creator's death, mourns over Victor's body and vows to end its own life. The novel concludes with Captain Walton's final letters, reflecting on the moral lessons learned from Victor's tragic tale.Themes:1. Ambition and the pursuit of knowledge: The novel explores the dangers of unchecked ambition and the consequences of pushing the boundaries of science.2. Nature versus nurture: The creature's actions raise questions about the influence of society and upbringing on an individual's behavior.3. Isolation and loneliness: Both Victor and the creature experience profound loneliness and isolation, highlighting the human need for companionship and acceptance.4. Responsibility and accountability: Victor grapples with the moral and ethical implications of his creation, raising questions about the responsibility of scientists and the consequences of their actions.Impact and Legacy:Frankenstein has had a significant impact on literature and popular culture. It is considered one of the earliest examples of science fiction and has inspired numerous adaptations in film, theater, and other forms of media. The novel's exploration of ethical and moral dilemmas continues to resonate with readers, making it a timeless and thought-provoking work.总结：《Frankenstein》是玛丽·雪莱创作的一部哥特式小说，探讨了科学、野心以及玩弄上帝力量的后果等主题。

弗兰肯斯坦观后感200字英文Frankenstein is a timeless novel that delves into the themes of creation, responsibility, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. Written by Mary Shelley, the novel follows Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a monstrous being through his experiments. As the story unfolds, we witness the tragic consequences of Victor's actions as his creation wreaks havoc on the world around him.弗兰肯斯坦是一部不朽的小说，深入探讨了创造、责任以及不受限制的野心所带来的后果。

这部由玛丽·雪莱创作的小说，讲述了年轻科学家维克多·弗兰肯斯坦通过实验创造了一个怪物。

随着故事的展开，我们目睹了维克多行为的悲惨后果，因为他的创造物在他周围的世界上制造了混乱。

One of the key themes explored in Frankenstein is the idea of playing god. Victor Frankenstein's desire to create life leads him to take on a role that only a higher power should possess. This theme forces readers to question the ethical implications of scientific discovery and the boundaries that should not be crossed in the pursuit of knowledge.弗兰肯斯坦中探讨的一个关键主题是扮演上帝的概念。

书虫frankenstein简介英语一、作品概述《书虫Frankenstein》是一本适合中高级英语阅读者的文学读本，选自英国作家玛丽·雪莱所创作的世界著名科幻小说。

此书被广泛认为是西方科幻文学的经典之作，其对科学探索与道德伦理的探讨至今仍具有深远影响。

二、主要人物书中主要角色包括科学爱好者、年轻的科学家弗兰肯，以及他的实验对象——由他创造出来的具有人类特征的怪物。

此外，还有弗兰肯的未婚妻莉娅以及一些其他角色。

三、故事梗概故事讲述了弗兰肯在追求科学真理的过程中，创造出一个具有人类特征的怪物。

怪物因孤独、恐惧和绝望而痛苦，最终选择离开人类社会。

然而，怪物在离开后仍然对人类产生着影响，引发了一系列事件。

四、主题探讨《书虫Frankenstein》深入探讨了科学探索的道德边界、人类对异类的接纳以及个体与社会的关系等主题。

它提醒人们要思考科技进步与道德伦理之间的关系，以及对个人自由的限度要有清晰的认识。

五、语言难度本书适合中高级英语阅读者，其中涉及的词汇和表达方式多数为中等难度。

对于读者来说，理解故事情节和人物关系应该不会构成太大挑战。

六、推荐理由《书虫Frankenstein》是一本兼具故事性和思想性的经典科幻小说。

它不仅能让读者欣赏到精彩的科幻情节，还能引发对科学、道德、人性的深入思考。

如果你是科幻小说爱好者，或是想要提高英语阅读水平，那么这本书绝对值得一读。

七、参考书目《书虫Frankenstein》的阅读版本可参考以下书籍：1. 《Frankenstein》 by Mary Shelley, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.以上就是关于《书虫Frankenstein》的简介英语，希望对你有所帮助。

弗兰肯斯坦读后感英文Frankenstein is a novel written by Mary Shelley, which was first published in 1818. The novel tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a grotesque creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. The creature, often referred to as Frankenstein's monster, is abandoned by his creator and left to navigate the world on his own, ultimately leading to tragic consequences for both Victor and the creature.Upon finishing the novel, I was left with a deep sense of contemplation about the themes and messages that Mary Shelley conveyed through her writing. One of the most prominent themes in the novel is the danger of unchecked ambition and the consequences of playing god. Victor Frankenstein's relentless pursuit of knowledge and his desire to create life ultimately leads to his downfall, as he becomes consumed by his own creation and loses control over the monster he has brought into the world. This serves as a cautionary tale about the perils of scientific experimentation without ethical considerations, and the potential consequences of playing with the forces of nature.Another theme that resonated with me was the idea of the outsider and the consequences of societal rejection. The creature, despite his grotesque appearance, is portrayed as a sensitive and intelligent being who longs for acceptance and companionship. However, he is met with fear and revulsion from the people he encounters, leading to a deep sense of loneliness and despair. This aspect of the novel made me reflect on the way society often treats those who are different, and the impact of prejudice and discrimination on individuals who are deemed as outsiders.Furthermore, the novel also delves into the complexities of human nature and the blurred lines between good and evil. The creature, who is initially depicted as a monstrous figure, undergoes a transformation throughout the novel, displaying both acts of kindness and acts of violence. This duality challenges the reader's perceptions of morality and raises thought-provoking questions about the nature of humanity and the factors that shape a person's character.Mary Shelley's writing style is both captivating and thought-provoking, as she skillfully weaves together elements of gothic horror, science fiction, and philosophical introspection. Her vivid descriptions of the natural world and the emotional turmoil of the characters drew me into the narrative, creating a deeply immersive reading experience.In conclusion, Frankenstein is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers due to its exploration of profound themes and its enduring relevance to contemporary society. Mary Shelley's thought-provoking portrayal of ambition, societal rejection, and the complexities of human nature left a lasting impression on me, prompting me to reflect on the ethical dilemmas and moral responsibilities that are inherent to the pursuit of knowledge and the treatment of others. This novel serves as a poignant reminder of the potential consequences of unchecked ambition and the importance of empathy and understanding in our interactions with others.。

弗兰肯斯坦阅读笔记英文Title: Frankenstein Reading Notes.Introduction:Frankenstein is a novel written by Mary Shelley and was first published in 1818. It tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a grotesque creature in his laboratory. The novel explores themes of ambition, responsibility, and the consequences of playing god.Summary:Frankenstein begins with Captain Robert Walton'sletters to his sister, detailing his journey to the North Pole. He encounters Victor Frankenstein, who shares his own story. Victor, a brilliant and ambitious student, becomes obsessed with the idea of creating life. He succeeds in bringing his creature to life but is horrified by itsmonstrous appearance. Victor abandons the creature, which leads to a series of tragic events.Character Analysis:1. Victor Frankenstein: He is a complex character driven by ambition and a desire for scientific discovery. However, he lacks responsibility and fails to take accountability for his creation.2. The Creature: Initially portrayed as a monster, the creature is a sympathetic character who longs for acceptance and companionship. He turns vengeful after being rejected by society.Themes:1. Ambition and Hubris: Victor's relentless pursuit of knowledge and his ambition to create life ultimately leads to his downfall.2. Responsibility and Consequences: The novel exploresthe theme of responsibility, as Victor fails to take responsibility for his creation and its actions. This lack of accountability leads to disastrous consequences.3. Nature vs. Nurture: Frankenstein raises questions about the influence of nature and nurture on anindividual's development. The creature's actions and behavior are influenced by both his inherent nature and the way he is treated by society.4. Isolation and Alienation: Both Victor and the creature experience isolation and alienation from society. Their inability to connect with others leads to their suffering.Symbolism:1. Fire: Fire is a recurring symbol in the novel, representing both creation and destruction. It symbolizes the duality of Victor's scientific pursuits.2. Light and Darkness: Light symbolizes knowledge andenlightenment, while darkness represents ignorance and the unknown. These symbols are used to highlight the consequences of pursuing forbidden knowledge.Narrative Style:Frankenstein is written in an epistolary form, consisting of letters and narratives from multiple perspectives. This narrative style allows for a deeper exploration of the characters' emotions and motivations.Critical Reception:Upon its publication, Frankenstein received mixed reviews. Some critics praised its Gothic elements and exploration of moral and philosophical themes, while others criticized its lack of literary merit. However, over time, the novel gained recognition as a classic work ofliterature and a significant contribution to the science fiction genre.Conclusion:Frankenstein is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the ethical implications of scientific advancements and the consequences of unchecked ambition. Through its complex characters, themes, and symbolism, the novel continues to captivate readers and provoke discussions about the human condition.。

FrankensteinThe novel Frankenstein, which was written by Mary Shelley, is about a creature produced by a scientist. Shelley started writing the story when she was 19. At the age of 21, this book was published. The first edition was published anonymously in London in 1818. When I saw the cover picture of this book, I felt a little fearful, but I still looked forward to reading it.The novel began with explorer Robert Walton traveling to the Pole. He found a man frozen in a block of ice on the way. The man, Victor Frankenstein, told the crew his life story. He had a happy childhood, and he was crazy about natural philosophy and chemistry and basically tried to play God by creating life. When he found the secret of activating dead flesh, he created a monster. Although it was all made by good materials, but it became something ugly. Then he found the monster missing. When the monster was born, he loved the world very much. He hid in the mountains and learned to use fire. But because of his appearance, he became disgusting in everyone’s eyes. When he knew that his only master abandoned him, he was so disappointed to this world that he began to kill his master’s family one by one. Victor finally found the monster. The monster told Victor his experience, and demanded of Frankenstein a female mate who he can be with until his end, and promised to live away from society. Victor made the second monster, but quickly destroyed it. As return for him breaking the promise, the monster killed Elizabeth on the wedding night of Victor and her. From then on, he chased after the monster, and finally he was discovered by the crew on R obert’s ship. There victor ended his story, and died in front of the men. That same night, the monster entered the room where victor laid dead. Finally, the monster scampered into the ice fields.It is a very terrible story. Here are the reasons why causes the bad ending.The first reason that causes the tragedy is the desire of Victor Frankenstein. From the fiction, the readers can see that although Victor wanted to make a perfect man that can benefit the human. In the fact, he only wanted to make a successful invention to make himself be famous all over the world. The result was not as good as he thought, he created a monster, so Victor abandoned the monster. When he faced his invention, he scared what he had done. What he made may destroy his career. At that time, the monster was just like a baby, he did not know anything. Victor did not teach him but put him away. From the explantation, the paper analyses Victor’s desire is the ambition of being success and famous. So the Victor’s desire is the first reason that contributes to the bad ending.The second reason that causes the tragedy is the people who was saved or helped by the monster. From the novel, the readers can see that at first, the monster was a good man. He helped the old man who was lonely; he saved the little girl who was drowning. However, the monster did not receive any gratitude, but the beat because of his appearance. Then the monster thought that no one would regard him as a good man, so he decided to revenge the Victor. From this reasons, he turned himself a good man to a bad man. So, the people’s attitude is the second reason that causes the bad ending.The third reason that causes the tragedy is the loneliness. From the novel, we can see, even everyone in the world regarded him as a monster; he promised to the Victor that if Victor could create a peer for him, he would not hurt anyone. Victor refused his suggestion, and then the monster thinks that he was the only man who was so strange and ugly, he was very lonely. Then, he decided to revenge the Victor. So lonely is the third reason that causes the bad ending.The fourth reason is that most people believed that everyone was good when he was born, which made him bad was the environment and the society he lived. People needed to treat the people around them kindly, then they may help a person. From the novel, the readers can see that there are many situations that can make the monster a good man. If Victor did not abandon the monster, if the people who was saved or helped by monster treated him kindly, the monster would be a good one.There are many reasons that make the monster from innocent to evil. If the readers read the novel carefully, they can find that the monster is not really so bad. At first, he saved the drowning girl, took care of the old man. At the end of the novel, he regret what he had down, and killed himself. The writer thinks that there are many reasons which result in the tragedy, such as Victor, the people who monster meets, the society and the monster himself. In fact, people had many chances to change the result, but they didn’t. They were scared of him and fighting to him. In this situation, the monster still did not hurt them. If one of them could take care of the monster, he wouldn’t kill Victor’s friend and relati ves.In this thesis, the writer summaries these reasons that contribute to the tragedy, it is Victor’s desire, people’s attitude, the loneliness and the society. (Reference: Wikipedia, Baidu and the book)。