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Why is Frankenstein violent?

Frankenstein is violent as a response to the violence inflicted upon him by society and his creator, Victor Frankenstein. When Frankenstein is created, he is abandoned by his creator, who is disgusted with what he has made. Frankenstein is left alone in the world, shunned and feared by everyone he encounters. He is treated as a monster and is denied the most basic human kindnesses. This cruelty and violence cause Frankenstein to become filled with rage and hatred, which eventually manifests itself in violence.

Frankenstein's violence is also a result of his own internal struggles. He is a conflicted character, torn between his desire to be loved and accepted and his anger and resentment towards those who have rejected him. This internal conflict causes Frankenstein to lash out in violence, as he is unable to find a healthy way to express his emotions.

Additionally, Frankenstein's violence can be seen as a metaphor for the violence that exists in the world around us. The novel was written during a time of great social upheaval and violence, and it reflects the author's own concerns about the state of society. Frankenstein's violence is a way for Shelley to express her fears and concerns about the potential for violence and destruction in the world.

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