Frankenstein - Chapter 7
The innocence of childhood comes to a tragic end in the frame of this chapter as Alphonse Frankenstein, Victor's father, bears the unbearable news in his letter – William, their youngest, their joy, their pride, has met an untimely demise. Not a natural death, but the sinister shadow of murder looms over the tragedy, bringing a thick fog of grief and shock to the Frankenstein family. The cruel separation of the child from the laughter and warmth of his home is a ruthless reminder of the fragi...