- “You seek for knowledge and wisdom, as I once did; and I ardently hope that the gratification of your wishes may not be a serpent to sting you, as mine has been.” (p. 25)
This excerpt is a clear example of one of the major themes throughout the story: the danger of obtaining new, unknown knowledge. One desire can be so strong that it becomes addictive. This instance happened to Victor, as his dream of bringing life to lifeless objects became a superior idea he wanted to conquer. However, this dream took full control over his mind, causing multiple changes in his mental state. Although Victor got what he ultimately wanted, Shelley intended for many consequences to go along with it.
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