Frankenstein Chapter 3

In chapter 3 of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Frankenstein sits in on M. Waldman's chemistry lecture at the university. Readers key into the idea that his speech is going to be pertenent information in the research and motives of Frankenstein later in the book. So, overall, what M. Waldman says is something Frankenstein will never forget. M. Waldman states that: "The ancient teachers of this science...with its own shadows,"(Shelley,27). This lecture lead to Frankenstein's ephiphany, which I believe to be a significant rhetorical device used in this chapter. The words, having such a powerful impact on Frankenstein, defined his being. Furthermore, "..formed the mechanism of my being,"(Shelley,27). I believe that at this moment in the book, Frankenstein is inspired to begin his experimentations in science. His epiphany came from learning that he could create something magnificent: making life come from inanimate objects, and felt propelled to put every ounce of himself into his work. His obsession in the creating process defined himself. Frankenstein's creation determined and foreshadowed his eventual fate.