3. Isolation

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Writers Hollie McNish and Steven Camden, aka Polar Bear take you through the key themes in Mary Shelley’s Gothic novel Frankenstein to help you prepare for your GCSE English literature exam This podcast episode is on the theme of Isolation. Hollie and Steven discuss the loneliness of the creature, and whether it justifies the dreadful crimes he commits, as well as the isolation experienced by Victor Frankenstein, which is initially something he chooses, but later is forced on him as the creature seeks his revenge. Along the way they will give you key quotes to use in your exam. For more on Frankenstein check out the Bitesize website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/z9mrqty Suitable for: AQA and Edexcel