"Her brow was clear and ample, her blue eyes cloudless, and her lips and the molding of her face so expressive of sensibility and sweetness that none could behold her without looking on her as of a distinct species, a being heaven-sent, and bearing a celestial stamp in all her features." (pg. 17)
This story seems to portray a huge connection between appearance and personality. The above description is about Elizabeth, who is one of the sweetest, loving people in the story. The mother, also, was both kind and beautiful. William, who seems to be adorable, is loved by everyone. The family that the creature observes is described as graceful and beautiful. The only one who doesn't necessarily fit this mold is the creature. Although his appearance is hideous, his personality may not follow that. Frankenstein believes him to be evil when he sees him, and everyone else has felt the same way. However, the creature claims that his nature is to be kind and benevolent, which would be in contrast to his hideous appearance.
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