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What Is The Perfect Juxtaposition In Frankenstein

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Frankenstein is about the creation of life, outside of the typical birth most people associate with creation. The inclusion of the stories, specifically the Bible, reminds readers there is something greater at work that makes the impossible possible, thus making this story seem more plausible. I think they are also included to show another side of Frankenstein’s actions. In the myth and the Bible stories, we can see Prometheus and God as creators with altruistic motivations. They create and then treat their creations in a benevolent manner. Their treatment of their creations is a perfect juxtaposition against the selfishness of Frankenstein. Not only did he cast the monster out to fend for himself after he creates him, but he keeps the
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