ese acts, single words create the desired effect. 'Torture' alone, inspires fearful imagery, while the word 'grave' forces issues of death forward, which are often taboo, even in modern society. However, much of the horror is subtler, contrasting with the blatant attempt to inspire fear. The similarities between the murders, if taken to a deeper level, are horrific and create increasing suspense, especially if the reader does not know the ending. However, owing to the popularity and fame of 'Frankenstein' most readers will know the story line and therefore some degree of horror and anticipation is lost.
             Despite the physical terror Shelley's creates, she also extends the horror to the imagination and science of the novel, creating a deeper psychological fear. Frankenstein's burden of guilt and the monster's rejection by society is perhaps more horrifying than the images of death and pain traditionally associated with horror stories. To live one's entire life in such misery is a forb
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