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Fiction and the Fantastic: ‘Frankenstein’ by Mary Shelley

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The Tragic Meeting: Rejection and the Loss of Innocence

This chapter examines a crucial and tragic moment in 'Frankenstein' where the creature meets a young boy, revealing themes of rejection and societal prejudice. The encounter underscores the creature's yearning for companionship and the devastating impact of fear and misunderstanding on both the child and the creature.

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