Got Knowledge?

Beginning with the letters and up to chapter 4, Robert Walton and the stranger (Victor Frankenstein) made it clear to the reader that they both possessed a thirst for knowledge and discovery of the unknown.  Victor goes as far as saying that in "scientific pursuit there is continual food for discovery and wonder" (41).  This idea is also cherished by Victor's friend, Henry Clerval, when mentioning that he wants to "undertake a voyage of discovery to the land of knowledge"  upon arriving to Ingolstadt (51).  However, as Victor witnesses his creation, the monster,  come to life in chapter 5, he mentions that "the beauty of the dream vanished, and breathless horror and disgust filled my heart" (49). 

What argument could Mary Shelley be making about the acquisition of knowledge?

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Hello Kiddos! As we finish the novel, I will post discussion questions and/or topics, ON A WEEKLY BASIS, about the readings we are doing on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.  It will be your responsibility to reply to any of the questions posted or any classmate's comments on a weekly basis.  You will need to reply to, AT LEAST, three (3) posts;  e.g. post an answer to the discussion question/ topic (1) and respond/comment to two other answers (2). Make sure that your responses are well thought out and clearly written.

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