Chapter 6
7 argumentative units
- 01Elizabeth's Letter on Family and Health
Elizabeth's letter expresses concern for Victor's health and shares news about his father and brother Ernest.
- 02The History of Justine Moritz
Elizabeth recounts how Justine Moritz came to live with their family and describes the social context of servants in Geneva.
- 03Justine's Character and Family Tragedy
Elizabeth describes Justine's devotion to Victor's mother, followed by the series of tragedies that befell Justine's own family.
- 04Letter's End and Victor's Reaction
Elizabeth shares news of William and local gossip before Victor, having read the letter, resolves to write back immediately.
- 05Victor's Aversion to Natural Philosophy
Upon his recovery, Victor finds he has a violent antipathy to science and is tormented by Professor Waldman's praise.
- 06A New Course of Study
After enduring M. Krempe's praise, Victor abandons science and finds solace in studying oriental languages with Clerval.
- 07A Restorative Tour with Clerval
A delayed return to Geneva allows Victor and Clerval to take a walking tour that greatly restores Victor's spirits.