Frankenstein: Comparison between R. Waldon and Victor Frankenstein

     In Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, the similarities between R. Waldon and Victor Frankenstein proves to be a significance aspect of the work.  If Frankenstein had not seen himself in the youthful and determined R. Waldon.  The pair's common personality is what sets the scene for the story of Frankenstein to be told.  First off, the two both come from extremely prosperous families.  With this wealth, the men have the funding needed to satisfy their hunger for glory through scientific discovery.  Moving on, through the perils of the quest for glory, the two have loving sisters who are concerned and long to hear of how their brothers conditions are.  However, Waldon has a close and friend-like relationship with his beloved sister.  Frankenstein has an almost romantic love for his sister. Also, both men are seemingly lonely and longing for a companion.  I believe this character trait is what allows the two to become so intrigued by each other.  Frankenstein's recognition of himself in R. Waldon is precisely what prompts him to warn of the consequence to come from seeking a scientific kind of glory.  Frankenstein hopes that the gratification of (his) wishes may not be a serpent to sting (him), as (his) has been" (Shelley, 13).  With this, the tale told by Victory Frankenstein serves to warn R. Waldon of the danger to come in the near future if he should continue his quest.  The common ground of the two provide for the story to be told in a logical and witty way.