Chapter 16
11 argumentative units
- 01A Declaration of War on Mankind
After being rejected by the De Laceys, the creature is filled with rage and declares war on all humanity.
- 02A Plan to Return to the Cottage
The creature reflects on his actions, decides he was too hasty, and resolves to return to win over the family.
- 03The De Laceys Abandon Their Cottage
The creature waits for the family to return, only to overhear Felix telling a landlord they are leaving forever.
- 04Despair Turns to Destructive Rage
After seeing the De Laceys depart for good, the creature's despair turns to rage, and he resolves to destroy the cottage.
- 05Burning the Cottage and Seeking the Creator
The creature burns the cottage to the ground and then resolves to find his creator in Geneva.
- 06A Journey Fueled by Hatred
The creature explains his rationale for seeking his creator and describes the long, bitter journey toward Geneva.
- 07A Benevolent Act Met with Violence
After a moment of peace, the creature saves a drowning girl only to be shot by her companion.
- 08Vengeance Vowed, Journey's End
After recovering from his wound, the creature vows revenge on all mankind and finally reaches the outskirts of Geneva.
- 09The Murder of William Frankenstein
The creature seizes a young boy, and upon learning he is a Frankenstein, strangles him in a fit of rage.
- 10Framing an Innocent Woman
Exulting over his victim, the creature takes a portrait from the body and decides to frame a sleeping young woman for the murder.
- 11The Creature's Final Demand
After recounting his tale of misery, the creature concludes by demanding that Frankenstein create a female companion for him.