In Mary Shelley's full novel, the transformation is a central theme. The main character, Frankenstein's creation, undergoes a significant transformation. Physically, it is stitched together from various parts. Emotionally, it starts with a longing for love and acceptance but turns to hatred due to the constant rejections. This transformation reflects on human nature and how society can shape or distort an individual.
The main characters are Victor Frankenstein, the ambitious scientist who creates the monster. And of course, the monster itself, who is a complex being with emotions. Elizabeth Lavenza, Victor's adopted sister and later his fiancée, is also an important character.
One main theme is the danger of overreaching scientific ambition. Victor Frankenstein's attempt to create life goes horribly wrong. Another is the concept of the Other. The monster is shunned by society because he is different, which shows how society often fears and rejects what it doesn't understand.