In Thomas Foster's introduction to “How to Read Literature Like a Professor”, the author focuses on the process he went through to discover that Mr. Lindner symbolizes the devil. He also mentions the concept of literary conventions and patterns, which are like the rules and codes of literature. Mary Shelley also includes similar ideas to Foster in her novel "Frankenstein" such as the use of symbolism and literary conventions. One example is when she questions certain rules in literature. This is evident when Frankenstein's early life is presented clearly and purposefully. Details like his birthplace, parents, and reasons for his actions are provided. Here, Shelley looks at the rules of writing in the mystical genre, which often has many strange