The idea of the monster/supernatural has evolved throughout various time periods and works we have studied this year, from William Blake to Mary Shelley.
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Main Point #2: The monster/supernatural is often portrayed as an embodiment of societal fears and anxieties.
1st Piece of Evidence: In William Blake's "The Tyger," the fearsome and mysterious creature represents the darker side of humanity. The poem questions the existence of evil in the world, a theme that resonates with common fears and anxieties.
Explanation of Evidence: The "Tyger" not only serves as a symbol of the unknown and the uncontrollable, but also reflects the inherent darkness within human nature that people often fear.
2nd Piece of Evidence: In Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," the monster is a reflection of societal fears about science and technology. Created through unnatural means and abandoned by its creator, the monster embodies the consequences of tampering with nature.
Explanation of Evidence: This source supports the idea that the monster/supernatural often serves as a reflection of society's fears and anxieties. Just as the monster in "Frankenstein" represents the dangers of playing god, the creature in Blake's poem symbolizes the evils that lurk in the shadows.