An Analysis of
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Volume 2 - Chapter 3
An Analysis of Chapter 11
Tone
Reflective, Melancholic, Curious, And Poignant.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relaxed - (2) | Crystal-clear - (5) | Calm - (2) | None - (1) | Moderate - (3) |
Basically...
The Creature narrates the story of his first days after awakening, learning to use his senses, seeking food and shelter, and experiencing intense loneliness and curiosity about humanity. He finds refuge in a hovel adjoining a cottage, where he becomes fascinated with the lives of the cottagers he observes.
In more detail...
This chapter is narrated from the Creature's perspective, recounting his painful and bewildering awakening into the world. Initially, his sensations are chaotic-light, dark, cold, hunger, and sound all mingle indistinctly. Gradually, he distinguishes among his senses, learns to find food and drink, and discovers fire, which brings both warmth and pain. Driven by hunger, he explores human habitations, but is met with terror and violence when discovered. He eventually finds a shelter attached to a cottage, where he hides and observes the family living there. Through a tiny crevice, the Creature watches the daily life of the cottagers-a gentle girl, a sad young man, and a benevolent old man-becoming mesmerized by their kindness and music, yet feeling powerful emotions of longing and isolation.
Characters
- The Young Man (Cottager)
- About - Assists the young woman, carries wood, works in the garden, appears deeply sad.
- Personality Traits - Graceful, sad, dutiful, quiet
- Physical Characteristics - Slight, graceful figure, symmetric features, expressive eyes showing sadness
- Character Connections
- Old Man - Accompanies him outdoors, attentive to his needs.
- Young Woman - Cooperates closely in household duties.
- The Creature - Observed and admired for his sadness and beauty.
- The Creature
- About - Narrates his own awakening and early experiences; gradually learns to distinguish senses, find food, use fire, and seek shelter. Experiences rejection and violence from humans, then finds a hiding place and begins to observe a cottage family from afar, feeling new and powerful emotions.
- Personality Traits - Innocent, curious, sensitive, intelligent, emotional, lonely, yearning for connection
- Physical Characteristics - Huge stature, grotesque appearance (exact characteristics not specified in this chapter, but inferred from others' reactions)
- Character Connections
- Cottage Family (old man, young woman, young man) - Observes them secretly; admires their kindness and beauty, feels emotionally moved by their interactions.
- Victor Frankenstein - Creator; mentioned indirectly as a source of trauma and abandonment, but not directly present.
- The Old Man (Cottager)
- About - Seen by the Creature sitting in the cottage, playing music, and showing affection to his companions.
- Personality Traits - Kind, gentle, affectionate, pensive
- Physical Characteristics - Old, silver hair, benevolent countenance
- Character Connections
- Young Woman - Appears to be her father or guardian; she cares for him and shows him affection.
- Young Man - Appears to be related; interacts with him with care and support.
- The Creature - Unknowingly observed by the Creature, inspires his reverence and yearning.
- The Young Woman (Cottager)
- About - Observed fetching water, assisting the old man, preparing food, and displaying sadness and gentle patience.
- Personality Traits - Gentle, patient, sad, dutiful
- Physical Characteristics - Young, fair hair plaited, meanly dressed (blue petticoat, linen jacket), plain but gentle appearance
- Character Connections
- Old Man - Cares for him, emotionally close.
- Young Man - Works with him in the garden, appears to share household responsibilities.
- The Creature - Observed by the Creature, who is captivated by her demeanor.