Frankenstein by Mary Shelly
It appears as if the tables have indeed turned. Victor was the creator and master of his creation, but now the roles are reversed. Due to the creatures deep hatred toward Victor and humanity, he has turned into the cursed wretch victor always claimed him to be. The monster vowed to give up his torturous ways if Victor were to create him a female. This one act could have ended the creatures vengeance forever, but Victor broke his promise and destroyed the female creature. It is this act that solidifies the creatures evil ways. No more will he have the hope or a desire to be apart of humanity, but will forever curse the race and cause them harm. More specifically, the monster wishes to inflict endless pain upon Victor. The monster killed all those dearest to him in revenge for Victor's abandonment. The death of Elizabeth was the most profound and horrific of all these acts. The monster was led to believe he would be united with a female and no longer be eternally alone. When Victor destroys the female creature, the monster realizes he will be the forever lonely and unaccepted. In order to return the favor, the creature killed Elizabeth. The monster clearly wants Victor to share in the everlasting loneliness he feels and even the playing field. Victor killed the creature's mate; therefore, the creature kills Victor's bride. In a moment of hatred and despair, the creature states," Remember that I have the power; you believe yourself miserable, but I can make you so wretched that the light of day will be hateful to you. You are my creator, but I am your master;-Obey!" ( Shelly, 122). This quote reveals the irony of the situation. Although Victor created the beast, the monster is the master. He is more powerful and evil than Victor, and is much more capable of causing disruption. Victor is now in the hands of his own creation.
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