Frankenstein chapter 24

In the final chapter of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Victor instills upon Walton the task of completing his mission to kill the creature. Walton having this tremendous challenge, takes his new friend Victor's request to his full ability. Walton understands his friend is dying and its is his final wish and last order which must be accomplished. Additionally, not only does Walton listen to Victor's story and final request, but he examines Victor's life in comparison to his own. Walton observes that, "He[Victor] seems to feel his own worth, and the greatness of his fall,"(Shelley,156). Walton sees Victor's very similar voyage, pursuit, accomplishments, and the man that he is, but also sees the pitfalls and downfalls of Victor's character. Walton puts into perspective his own journey in relation to that of Victors, which can be seen when he describes, "Not because the way was smooth and placid as a southern sea, but because it was full of dangers and terror; because at every new incident, your fortitude was to be called forth, and your courage exhibited; because danger and death surrounded it, and these you were to brave and overcome,"(Shelley, 159). And so, understanding that the risks of all endeavors will be prevalent, courage must be obtained despite hardships, Walton sticks his chin up and faces the creature. Although he doesn't kill it, like was Victor's intention, he approaches it and learns the monster's intents and future fate.