Frankenstein-Winter

"In a thousand spots the traces of the winter avalanche may be perceived, where trees lie broken and strewed on the ground..." (pg 66). The setting in the book has mainly taken place during the winter. Robert is sailing to the North Pole so he is surroundings are covered with ice and snow. After the death of Justine, Victor travels into the snow covered mountains. Creature also spends the beginning of his life in the snow. He clears the path covered in snow for the family living in the house he watches. Winter is often described as cold, harsh, and desolate. Robert felt friendless and isolated from the ones he loved. Victor was consumed by a harsh guilt of creating Creature who caused the death of William and Justine. Creature was physically cold as he struggled to stay alive in the forest and he was also alone. Winter is also a sign of hopelessness.