{"id":5625,"date":"2017-12-20T17:00:08","date_gmt":"2017-12-21T01:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kibin.com\/blog\/?post_type=essay-writing-blog&p=5625"},"modified":"2018-02-22T14:13:44","modified_gmt":"2018-02-22T22:13:44","slug":"10-topics-frankenstein-essay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kibin.com\/essay-writing-blog\/10-topics-frankenstein-essay\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Interesting Topics for a Killer Frankenstein Essay"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cNothing is so painful to the human mind as a great and sudden change.\u201d<\/i>  \u2014Mary Shelley<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a math major enrolled in a required literature course, the painful and sudden change you might be experiencing right now is the fact that you have to write a paper about Frankenstein<\/em>.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no need to be fearful, though. Whether you\u2019re a math major struggling through an English course or a lit major happy to analyze any piece of literature the prof throws your way, I have 10 interesting topics to help inspire your Frankenstein<\/em> essay.<\/p>\n

10 Interesting Topics for a Killer Frankenstein<\/em> Essay<\/h2>\n

Frankenstein<\/i> is a decent-sized novel, so there are about a gazillion different topics you could write about. You could write about the genre, characters, writing style, themes, symbols<\/a>, and\/or imagery<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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There are just about as many different types of papers you could write about it too. Your options include an argumentative essay<\/a>, compare and contrast essay<\/a>, literary analysis<\/a>, or a character analysis<\/a>, among others<\/p>\n

I can\u2019t possibly cover every topic and essay type here, but I have <\/i>included 10 topics to help you get started on your Frankenstein<\/em> essay.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve divided the topics into three categories\u2014characters, themes, and literary devices. I’ve also included a few essay ideas and links to example essays for added inspiration.<\/p>\n

Writing about characters<\/h3>\n

1. Victor Frankenstein<\/h4>\n

It’s Victor Frankenstein who creates the monster. Throughout the novel, readers see Frankenstein\u2019s character develop from mad scientist (who plays God by creating life) to a broken man, full of guilt for creating such a monster.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re writing about Victor Frankenstein, you might choose to write a character analysis to examine Frankenstein\u2019s character as it develops throughout the novel.<\/p>\n

Need an example to see what a character analysis essay might look like? Read 2 Character Analysis Essay Examples With Character<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2. The monster<\/h4>\n

Created from a handful of spare parts, the monster comes to life unaware of his situation. He doesn’t know why he was abandoned and shunned by his creator. Nor does he realize he has a horrific appearance.<\/p>\n

Even though the monster is intelligent and articulate, he’s feared and beaten, primarily due to his appearance. He ultimately seeks revenge, but he’s still tormented and remorseful.<\/p>\n

Check out An Analysis of the Monster in Frankenstein <\/i>by Mary Shelley<\/a> to read an example analysis essay.<\/p>\n

3. Robert Walton<\/h4>\n

Robert Walton is a sea captain who picks up Victor Frankenstein (who’s weak and emaciated from searching for the monster). The reader learns part of Frankenstein\u2019s story as he tells his story to Walton. Walton then writes letters to his sister to share the extraordinary tale.<\/p>\n

If you choose Walton as the focus of your paper, consider how Walton\u2019s narration affects the story and how it affects your interpretation of characters and events.<\/p>\n

Take a look at this example essay<\/a> to see how one writer tackles the topic.<\/p>\n

Writing about themes<\/h3>\n

4. Appearances<\/h4>\n

As the old saying goes, \u201cbeauty is only skin deep.\u201d The monster, however, is continually judged based on his grotesque appearance.<\/p>\n

The theme of appearances is prevalent in many pieces of literature, including The Hunchback of Notre Dame <\/i>and The Picture of Dorian Gray. <\/i>You might compare and contrast<\/a> the theme of appearances in Frankenstein<\/i> to the same theme in other literary works.<\/p>\n

5. Fate\/destiny<\/h4>\n

Throughout the novel, Victor Frankenstein states that he had no choice, that he was destined, that it was fate that he created the monster. Were his actions really a matter of fate? Or is he simply using fate as an excuse for his actions?<\/p>\n

Here, you might write a persuasive essay<\/a> or a more formal argumentative essay<\/a> about fate and destiny in Frankenstein.<\/i><\/p>\n

6. Forgiveness and compassion<\/h4>\n

Everyone seems to be seeking revenge in this novel. But if you look closely, the theme of forgiveness and compassion also runs through the storyline.<\/p>\n

Victor Frankenstein feels compassion for the monster he created. And readers are fully aware that he’s guilt-ridden and wants forgiveness for his deeds. (Frankenstein feels he was the cause of his brother\u2019s death as he created the monster that killed his brother.)<\/p>\n

The monster also seeks compassion and forgiveness. He’s treated horribly because of his appearance and simply wants to be treated kindly for his actions. Society, however, continually disappoints him.<\/p>\n

A discussion of this theme would make a great literary analysis<\/a>. You can provide a variety of examples to help illustrate forgiveness and compassion throughout the novel.<\/p>\n

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Writing about literary devices<\/h3>\n

7. Point of view<\/h4>\n

Most stories stick with one narrator. Frankenstein <\/i>is an exception. Readers learn about the story through Frankenstein\u2019s telling of the story, through the monster\u2019s perspective, through a third-person narrator, and through Walton\u2019s letters to his sister.<\/p>\n

Narrators can be unreliable, though. As a reader, then, you can\u2019t be certain which story (if any) is the actual truth. It\u2019s your job as a reader to piece together the events to try to find the truth.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re writing about point of view, consider what the novel would be like if it was narrated by one of the other characters. You could also consider what it would be like if narrated by only Frankenstein or only the monster.<\/p>\n

How might the plot or characters change? Would the story have the same impact on you as the reader?<\/p>\n

8. Symbolism<\/h4>\n

Light and fire are the key symbols in the novel. Frankenstein is a scientist who wishes to bring knowledge and life by creating the monster. Light is a symbol of knowledge.<\/p>\n

The full title of the novel is Frankenstein, Or The Modern Prometheus.<\/i> You have to know your Greek mythology to understand the connection here, but Prometheus<\/a> gave fire to humanity, thus giving them knowledge.<\/p>\n

The monster also learns of the power of fire and realizes that it brings not only light but also danger.<\/p>\n

Feeling a bit lost trying to figure out how to incorporate a discussion of symbolism into an essay? Read Writing About Literature: 9 Things You Need to Know<\/a>.<\/p>\n

9. Foreshadowing<\/h4>\n

The thing about foreshadowing is that you sometimes don\u2019t know it\u2019s foreshadowing until the end. After you read the story, though, it\u2019s usually pretty easy to see how the author attempted to let readers know what was coming.<\/p>\n

In Frankenstein<\/i>, pay close attention to the words characters use to tell their stories.<\/p>\n

Victor Frankenstein tells his story to Walton and uses words like \u201cfate\u201d and \u201cdestiny.\u201d Frankenstein talks of his quest to find \u201cenlightenment\u201d and speaks of the dangers that come with it. All of these word choices hint at the ominous tale that is to come.<\/p>\n

Want to make sure you\u2019re using the perfect words for your paper (even if you\u2019re not telling an ominous tale)? Read The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Word Choice for Your Essay<\/a>.<\/p>\n

10. Irony<\/h4>\n

The irony of Frankenstein<\/i> is that Victor Frankenstein is trying to bring enlightenment and to create life. However, although he succeeds in creating life, he also brings destruction through his creation.<\/p>\n

Have a few ideas of how you want to incorporate irony into your essay but just can\u2019t seem to get the ball rolling? Try these proven tips to help beat writer\u2019s block<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Taming the Monster<\/h2>\n

Once you have a few ideas for your killer Frankenstein<\/i> essay, the thought of actually writing the paper doesn\u2019t seem so scary, does it?<\/p>\n

With your topic in place, you can cruise right along through the writing process. Start with a few prewriting strategies<\/a> (maybe even create an outline<\/a>), then draft your essay<\/a>. Don\u2019t forget the final step: revision<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Not sure if your Frankenstein<\/em> essay is killer or will end up killing your grade? Send it our way for some expert Kibin editing<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\u201cNothing is so painful to the human mind as a great and sudden change.\u201d  \u2014Mary Shelley If you\u2019re a math major enrolled in a required literature course, the painful and sudden change you might be experiencing right now is the fact that you have to write a paper about Frankenstein. There\u2019s no need to be … <\/p>\n

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