Frankenstein

Frankenstein

by Mary Shelley

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Frankenstein: Volume 2: Chapters 6, 7, 8 and 9 Summary and Analysis


New Character
Safie’s father: a Turkish man Felix helps escape from prison

Summary
The creature continues his story. After spending months observing the peasant family, he was able to learn their language and their family history. The family, known as the De Laceys, were of noble birth and had lived in France for many years. Safie’s father, a Turkish merchant, was on trial for an unknown reason, although political motives were suspected. At the conclusion of the trial, Safie’s father was sentenced to death, an obvious injustice,...

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