"and I ceased to fear, or to bend before any being less almighty than that which had created and ruled the elements." Page 64
The above quote is by Frankenstein, on his journey into the Chamounix Valley. Throughout the novel, we have thus far seen nature as a key role in the mood of the central characters. Victor is extremely influenced by nature, most likely because of his interest in natural philosophy. When he is extremely depressed at the deaths of Justine and William, a trip up into the mountains lifts his fears and apprehensions. Even the creature itself is influenced by the elements. When the "lonely, dreary" winter is over and spring approaches, its mood is made much better. Nature in this novel acts as a healing entity to the characters, yet also is a reflection of mood, such as the dreary winters in which Frankenstein and the creature are depressed in.
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