Are you trying to figure out the main themes in Frankenstein? 🤯 You are in the right place!

Whether you are studying for KS3, GCSE, or A-Level English Literature, this guide breaks down the key ideas in a way that is easy to understand and remember.

Themes are the key messages Mary Shelley wanted to explore. They are still relevant today.

What Are Themes?

Themes are the central ideas or messages in a book. In exams, you will often be asked to talk about how a theme is shown through characters, events, or language.

Let us look at the major themes in Frankenstein, with explanations and quick links to quotes and characters.