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Relentless Pursuits: The Complexity of Morality in Frankenstein

In the latter chapters of "Frankenstein," Mary Shelley explores themes of moral degradation and the relentless nature of ambition. The protagonist's journey evokes consternation as he grapples with the consequences of his actions, leading to an appalling conflagration of events. Characters exhibit insurmountable struggles against their own listlessness and malice, revealing deep-seated flaws and a pursuit of power that is both omnipotent and erroneous. Shelley's portrayal highlights the impact of these decisions on posterity and human relationships, culminating in a profound commentary on morality and consequence.

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Relentless Pursuits: The Complexity of Morality in Frankenstein

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  1. Frankenstein Ch. 15 to the end Base: (adj) morallylow;withoutestimablepersonal qualities;dishonorable;meanspirited;selfish; cowardly. Inexorable: (adj) relentless; not capable of being persuaded by pleas Insurmountable: (adj) unable to overcome Irksome: (adj) annoying;irritating;exasperating;tiresome Listless: (adj) havingorshowinglittleornointerestinanything;languid;spiritless;indifferent

  2. Malice: (n) a desire to hurt or harm others; eitherbecauseof a hostile impulse or out of deep- seated meanness Torpor: (n) apathy; condition of inactivity or listlessness, lack of emotion Consternation: (n) asudden,alarmingamazementor dread that results inutterconfusion;dismay Illustrious: (adj) highlydistinguished;renowned;famous Omnipotent: (adj) almightyorinfiniteinpower; unlimited authority

  3. Palpitate: (v) to pulsate with unusual rapidity from exertion, emotion, disease, etc; to pulsate; quiver; throb; tremble Congenial: (adj) agreeable, suitable, or pleasing in nature or character Condescension: (n) voluntary assumption of equality with a person regarded as inferior Posterity: (n) succeeding or future generations collectively Erroneous: (adj) containing error; mistaken; incorrect; wrong; straying from what is moral, decent, proper

  4. Gibe: (n) a taunting or sarcastic remark Artifice: (n) a clever trick or stratagem; a cunning, crafty device or expedient; wile; trickery; guile; craftiness Physiognomy: (n) the face or countenance, especially when considered as an index to the character Appalling: (adj) causing dismay or horror Conflagration: (n) a destructive fire, usually an extensive one

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