In consequence, the bevy of knowledge now at the Monster’s disposal, ensures the final stage of his transformation, while inevitably leaving him without motivation. Notably, hurt feelings fuel the Monster to take cut ties. “The feelings of kindness and gentleness (…) gave place to hellish rage and gnashing of teeth. Inflamed by pain, I vowed eternal hatred and vengeance to all mankind” (18. 143). The active resistance leaves the Monster with emotional wounds. These wounds enrage him, yet also manifest into a kind of temporary confidence. This confidence removes any lingering hesitation or uncertainty within him. By removing the hindrance, his feelings and desires become all that matters. In this moment an egotistical nature is born, and is …show more content…
Provided that, the vow demonstrates the Monster’s capacity to take responsibility, while being driven by infantile falsehoods. For this reason, the Monster is able exact revenge on his creator. With Victor’s betrayal, “I do break my promise; never will I create another like yourself, equal in deformity and wickedness” (20. 172), the Monster puts the violent vow to action. “She was there, lifeless and inanimate, thrown across the bed, her head hanging down, and her pale and distorted features half covered by her hair” (23. 199). The premeditated murder is complete, as Elizabeth pays for Victor’s shortcomings. The cold, calculated nature speaks to the Monster’s state. He has become the same thing he once found incomprehensible, ran from and was hurt by. The systematic destruction of Victor’s life evens the scales. It provides the Monster with an opportunity to address his abandonment issue, which lies just below the surface, while not actually addressing it. However, taking a life, and its significance, remain an aspect of life the Monster overlooks. Thus, his knowledgeable current station, is still with its limitations, do to his