"...nothing can alter my destiny; listen to my history, and you will perceive how irrevocably it is determined." -page 13
This scene between Robert and Victor is taking place in the very beginning of the story, and it is also a part of the letter that Robert is writing to his sister. Here, Victor is trying to convey to Robert that his destiny is already decided. When Robert doesn't understand and starts to ask questions, Victor decides to tell Robert his story. Victor's story would be considered a flashback or a framestory. This flashback on Victor's past experiences is so important to the book because it is a cautionary and warning story. It is also important because it creates parallels between Victor and Robert. Through the flashbacks of Victor and what we already know about Robert, readers can see how similar the two characters are, which explains why they relate to each other so quickly when they first meet. The framestory informs the reader that both characters have a goal and separate themselves from the outside world to reach it. Also, it shows that Robert and Victor are both trying to do something that has not been done and that they are obsessed with these aspirations. Finally, it shows that they are both very close to their sisters. The flashbacks and framestory from Victor's point of view allows the reader to see the clear connection between Victor and Robert.
No comments:
Post a Comment