Frankenstein 10

• “We visited the tomb of the illustrious Hampden, and the field on which that patriot fell.” (p. 143)

While Victor was on his journey, he remembers John Hampden, an English politician. Hampden worked in the Parliament and was known for his strong political beliefs. It is thought that Hampden was the central figure of the start of the English Revolution. In the excerpt, the field Shelley references is Chalgrove Field, where Hampden died for his beliefs. Victor is appreciating Hamden’s bravery and sacrifice during the period he lived, and wonders if he can conquer his own fears.

(Works Cited)
"John Hampden." Wikipedia. 28 June 2009. Web. 3 Aug. 2009. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hampden.

(Photo Credit)
Hampden's Monument, Chalgrove. Photograph. Wikipedia. Web. 13 Sept. 2009. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Hampden%27s_monument,_Chalgrove.jpg.