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Comparing Frankenstein And The Elephant Man

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Education can impact people differently. For some people, the more knowledge they gain and receive will lead them to new ideas, thinking, and behavior. For others, education can be dangerous that can alienate or separate them from society. Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein suggests that education plays a harsh and dangerous role in society therefore leads to negative and destructive effects on the creature. The creature has a thirst for knowledge and acceptance by society but his education only alienates him and contributes to his monstrosity. David Lynch’s The Elephant Man suggests that education leads to self-realization and understanding. John Merrick longs and desires for acceptance and normality in society but his education only helps him realize
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