Kari Byron

In this assessment I will be critically evaluating the use of Romantic forms and themes in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (1818). The discussion will focus on a radical interpretation of the text; an interpretation that views the novel as a response to the social injustice and cruel treatment of the masses in this period, and the conservative explanation for the text; where the creature personifies the monstrous consequences for attempting to overthrow the capitalist elite. Romanticism, a period from

the tree of life.” - Lord Byron Lord Byron was exceptional poet whose work would stick around forever and awe inspire many. Though born in the late 1700’s, Lord Byron was one of the leading figures of the Romantic Movement in early 19th century England. The notoriety of his sexual escapades is surpassed only by the beauty and brilliance of his writings. After leading an unconventional lifestyle and producing a massive amount of emotion-stirring literary works, Byron died at a young age in Greece

allow them to identify with the poet himself. Master of establishing mood, which Merriam-Webster defines as, “a distinctive atmosphere or context,” Lord Byron never fails to communicate his exact thoughts. With the precision and accuracy of a surgeon, he manipulates words and sentences to say exactly what he means – nothing more, nothing less. Lord Byron uses words to convey his reverence of and thanksgiving towards Prometheus, ad his hatred of Zeus. According to some versions of the Greek myth, Zeus

intellectual traits. Puffer defines beauty in this context “is found in the effects of its elements” (Puffer 42). The effects in this poem describe beauty as “so soft, so calm” (3.2.1726). Byron creates a link between the woman and nature within the poem. Showing as if that they are both perfect. Being a romantic poet, Lord Byron indubitably had a strong reverence for nature, just like many other Romantic Era poets. By comparing her to the flawless being that nature represents, he is putting her among the

(Lauber) This shows the idea of selfhood for Lord Byron. He went against the grain and created something nobody before him had. Although going against the grain can barely put it into perspective when destroying the epic form is the chosen way to describe it. Due to the nature of the poem, some readers may not have been ready for a poem quite like this. This meant that at the time of publication, Don Juan was met with a lot of outrage. Or as Andrew Elfenbein put it, scandalised anger. Due to the

Near the end of the 18th century through the first decades of the 19th century, the romantic ear took over the styles of novels. This was a time of disagreement and confusion over principles and aesthetics; there were many philosophies, agendas, and points of interest that competed in all types of literature. Frankenstein, written by Mary Shelley, is a work from the Romantic Era, and you can see some characteristics of this era in her novel. Romanticism was an era where the individual became

Frankenstein written by Mary Shelly is a romantic novel. The Romantic Movement originated in the late 18th century. It was an era that included an artistic, literary and intellectual movement. Societies began to change their ways of thinking due to the Age of Enlightenment. People began to let go of religion and tradition and were focused on science. The Romantic Era was a mood that inspired many artists. The movement began to surface during the 1760’s. Creativity started to range from poems to stories

Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, is Victor Frankenstein’s illusion and like all illusions it can only be told by the one who has experienced it. According the online article “Frankenstein’s Dream”, there is a rift that emerges between sleeping and waking and blurs the lines between an illusion and it’s telling; the telling can only guess or identify one state of being or one idea of things experienced (Fraistat, Jones). Victor awakes twice from his hallucinations during the creation scene of Frankenstein

A good book is a book that touches a reader’s heart by either being relatable or with great character development. Cheris Karmarae, a woman’s rights activist, stated, “Feminism is the radical notion that women are human beings.” This statement is relevant to A Doll’s House and is relatable to the female audience. Not only does A Doll’s House incorporate relevant matters, it includes great character development in the protagonist, Nora. Her display of bravery moved many readers. Unlike A Doll’s House

persuade others to view life in a more individualistic style instead of following societal norms. George Byron, better known as Lord Byron, wrote all of his poems with an incredible amount of passion, similar to others in the Romantic era. His works stressed individuality and self-expression. His work “She Walks in Beauty” is no different and serves as a glimpse into the Romantic era. In this poem, Byron uses romantic imagery and synesthesia to illustrate the idea that there is no greater feeling than