How does the monster try to gain control of Victor? (Frankenstein)

In Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," the monster attempts to gain control over Victor Frankenstein through several strategies:

1. Emotional Manipulation: The monster appeals to Victor's emotions by sharing his own story of suffering and isolation. He tries to evoke sympathy and guilt in Victor for having created him and then abandoned him.

2. Demand for a Companion: The monster demands that Victor create a female companion for him. He argues that having someone to share his life with would alleviate his loneliness and misery. This demand puts Victor in a moral and ethical dilemma, as he fears the consequences of creating another creature.

3. Threats and Intimidation: When Victor initially refuses to create a companion, the monster resorts to threats. He warns Victor that he will make his life miserable and vows to be with him on his wedding night, implying harm to Victor's loved ones.

4. Acts of Revenge: The monster takes revenge on Victor by killing those close to him, including his friend Henry Clerval and his bride Elizabeth. These actions are meant to punish Victor and exert control over him by destroying his happiness.

Through these methods, the monster seeks to manipulate Victor's actions and decisions, ultimately trying to exert control over his creator's life.