In the novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelly, It begins with Victor Frankenstein leaving to the University of Ingolstadt since he is a smart child who luxuriates in science. At the university, Victor seems to impress many of his peers and teachers because of his studies. As Victor creates a "monster" he abandons his creation and does not take care of it. Victor realizes that his life is in danger and is leading to a downfall. In the novel, Victor states, "The world was to me a secret which I desire to divine." Victor tells us he has been feeling curious his whole life and he was born this way. Victor tries telling us more evidence of why he was born this way by stating, " My parents were possessed by the very spirit of kindness and indulgence." It seems like Victor is blaming some of the responsibility to his parents which is led to him creating the monster. Many people do not know the truth behind Victor's life which brings many readers to read and analyze the story for more details and background information on Victor and his monster. Victor also states, " Had I right, for my own benefit to inflict this curse upon everlasting generations?" Victor is worried people will be mad at him for creating a monster.