Frankenstein: Taboo
- Created by: Alessia
- Created on: 19-04-13 10:07
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- Taboo in Frankenstein
- venturing into the unknown e.g. exploring the poles, transgressing from the norm.
- taking others with him
- Usurping God's power of creation
- The need for 'regulation' - the importance of not becoming isolated in scientific research in itself is not presented negatively at this stage, but Shelley emphasises the need for sensible checks and balances.
- Justine Moritz, fighting the justice system, she knows her lack of power and status in society. Men control the system.
- "workshop of filthy creation" - Victor usurps God's role, but also the women's role
- Frankenstein's use of old body parts in order to create an ultimate being.
- grave robbing (exhume)
- venturing into the unknown e.g. exploring the poles, transgressing from the norm.
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